Indian Parties' Use of AI to Mock Opponents Raises Ethics Concerns
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Indian political parties like BJP and Congress are using AI to create memes and videos mocking opponents and touting achievements, testing social media platform policies.
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Videos include a deepfake video of Prime Minister Modi as a thief, and an AI-generated voice impersonating a dead singer praising Modi.
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Experts say mandatory labeling by platforms is needed when AI is used, especially for political content to avoid deception.
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Parties say memes and covert AI allow more effective communication, but critics argue disclosure is important even for humor.
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Instance of an individual getting arrested over an AI-disclosed satirical video highlights risks and gray areas around free speech protections.