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Posted 08 Apr 2024

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  • Key observations
    • China had attempted an AI-generated disinformation campaign in the Taiwan presidential election.
    • Methods used were AI-generated audio, AI-generated anchors, AI-enhanced videos, AI-generated memes, etc to influence various aspects of the elections.

 

  • Threats of AI in Election
    • Manipulation of electoral behaviour: political advertisements can be made deceptive, and with false content, AI is capable of making them individual-specific.
    • Misleading public opinion: regarding candidates’ statements, stances on various issues, and even the authenticity of certain events.
      • Make it easier to create and disseminate fake news.
    • Cybersecurity threats: can be used to target election infrastructure, voter databases, and other critical systems.
    • Foreign influence: could increase the scale and persuasiveness of foreign countries.

 

  • Steps required to reduce the threat of AI in election
    • The Election Commission of India may consider roping in outside experts with a deep understanding of the latest AI technologies.
    • The government may bring regulations that require transparency in the usage of AI for political purposes.
    • Technological companies should place measures to stop misinformation like Meta fact-checking helpline in India.
    • The government can enhance public awareness about deceptive AI.
  • Tags :
  • Threats from AI on Election
  • Misinformation
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