Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming political campaigns, raising concerns about its potential to undermine elections, particularly when it is used to generate deepfakes and misinformation.
The upcoming U.S. presidential election faces heightened scrutiny over these risks as AI tools become more sophisticated and accessible.
One high-profile example is a deepfake of President Joe Biden, which falsely depicts him telling people not to vote. This type of content, if unchecked, could damage public trust in the democratic process.
Manipulated videos or audio clips can deceive voters by fabricating realistic but false statements by political figures.
In response, fact-checking organizations like Full Fact have started using AI tools to monitor claims in real time, analyzing speeches and manifestos to prevent the spread of misinformation. However, the challenges remain significant, especially when deepfakes spread rapidly through social media, often before …