Posted 3/14/2024, 12:52:00 PM
EU Launches Investigation into Big Tech's Use of AI Amid Election Interference Concerns
- The EU launched a probe into Big Tech's use of AI and handling of deepfakes, concerned about disruption of elections
- Inquiry targets Meta, Microsoft, Snap, TikTok, X; seeking info on mitigation of generative AI risks like false info and viral deepfakes
- EU particularly worried about impact on upcoming EU parliamentary elections; platforms have until April 5 to respond
- Responses could shape election security guidelines for platforms the EU plans by March 27
- Investigation also covers generative AI's impact on privacy, IP, civil rights, children's safety; responses due April 26