AI political interference

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AI-generated disinformation poses threat of misleading voters

This is about US elections but, IMHO, applicable to Australian elections as well.

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How to spot AI influence in Australia’s election campaign

Be on guard for AI-powered messaging and disinformation in the campaign for Australia’s 3 May election.

And be aware that parties can use AI to sharpen their campaigning, zeroing in on issues that the technology tells them will attract your vote.

In 2025, there are still ways to detect AI-generated content. Voters can use this knowledge. So can the authorities trying to manage a proper election campaign. The parties can, too, as they try to police each other. In the digital age, we must be vigilant against various tactics that are strengthened or driven by AI and aim to manipulate and deceive.