Minnesota's Secretary of State: AI-generated deepfakes potentially 'poisonous' for elections

Minnesota's Secretary of State, Steve Simon, expresses concern over the potential impact of AI-generated deepfakes on elections, as they can spread false information and distort reality, prompting the need for new laws and enforcement measures.

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