Posted 12/15/2023, 12:04:00 PM
Putin Questioned by AI Doppelgänger at Press Conference, Defends Stance on Ukraine
- Vladimir Putin was questioned by an AI-generated deepfake version of himself during a 4-hour press conference
- The AI doppelgänger asked Putin if he uses body doubles, referencing speculation about this
- Putin seemed startled but responded that only he could speak like himself
- Putin commented on AI, saying Russia should lead in this area, though its tech industry is struggling due to the Ukraine invasion
- Putin showed no sign of backing down on Ukraine, saying there would be no peace until Russia achieves its goals