Tech Companies Pledge to Address AI Election Risks But Critics Say More Action Needed
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AI-generated content like deepfakes and chatbots risks manipulating voters and interfering in elections worldwide, including the 2024 US elections.
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Major tech companies recently pledged to help mitigate risks, but their commitments lack specifics and accountability. Much more robust protections are needed.
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OpenAI and other companies have announced policies to curb election harms, but they fall short in key areas like working with third-party developers.
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Governments at all levels must take urgent action as well, through legislation and guidance around AI systems, political advertising, and election security.
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Broader democratic reforms like updating disclosure laws and passing stalled voting rights protections are also essential to fully secure elections.