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The Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning that foreign operatives and domestic extremists are likely to exploit artificial intelligence tools and create AI deepfakes to interfere with the 2024 US election.
Despite the decentralized and robust nature of the US voting system making a large-scale attack less likely, the DHS warns that smaller-scale disruptions in key battleground areas remain a significant concern.A recent incident highlighted these risks when an AI-generated robocall mimicked President Joe Biden’s voice, urging voters in the New Hampshire Democratic primary not to vote.
Foreign governments, including China and Iran, have previously attempted to use AI-generated content to influence US elections. Although their efforts during the 2020 election were deemed ineffective, advancements in AI technology over the past four years have significantly improved the capability to create convincing deepfakes.
For instance, Chinese operatives have been active on social media, engaging in covert influence campaigns and gauging American opinions on contentious issues like US aid to Ukraine.officials brace for these enhanced threats, the need for vigilance and robust countermeasures has never been more critical. AI’s rapid advancement means that the tools for creating convincing fake content are more accessible than ever, making the 2024 election particularly vulnerable to new forms of interference.
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