Global Survey Finds Broad Concerns About AI and Disinformation Threats to Democracy
• Public awareness of AI doesn't equal understanding; people in developing countries report greater understanding of AI • Disinformation seen as a threat globally, but emerging economies more worried about impact on elections • Over 60% believe AI could make it easier to create fake news and target voters • Despite partisan divisions, Americans show lack of trust in online information and expect AI disinformation to spread • Polling data shows wariness of AI tools like ChatGPT combined with concern about AI-powered election disinformation