Experts Warn of AI Threats to 2024 Elections, Urge Preparation Against Fraud and Misinformation
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Voters face threat from AI-generated fraud like spoofed robocalls that could interfere with 2024 elections. Experts warn threat actors can now attack elections on massive scale using AI.
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To mitigate threats, election offices need policies to defend against AI social engineering and train staff on deepfakes. Tech companies creating AI tools should ensure they provide accurate election info.
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AI voice cloning technology is advancing rapidly, allowing threat actors to impersonate public figures and sway voters with little time and effort.
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Politicians have already used AI to manipulate content for attack ads. Federal government asked FEC to experiment with labels on AI content to inform voters.
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While methodologies exist to detect AI-generated content, many groups lack access and few campaigns understand the technical aspects. More preparation needed to address threats for upcoming elections.