AI Tools Weaponized to Spread Disinformation Ahead of Midterms
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AI tools like voice/image generators are being used to create fake media to influence voters and disrupt elections. A fake Biden robocall was sent to thousands in New Hampshire.
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Politicians like Trump are claiming damaging media about them was AI-generated, even when there's no evidence that's true.
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Major tech firms signed an accord to take "reasonable precautions" against election interference from AI, but details are vague.
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State legislatures have proposed bills to combat deepfakes, but experts are skeptical of their effectiveness.
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Federal action on AI election disruption is stalled; Congress unlikely to pass meaningful legislation before midterms.