Microsoft released a report about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to disrupt elections

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.

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