All articles tagged with #political manipulation
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The New York Times
President Trump has extensively used AI-generated images and videos on social media to attack opponents, promote his campaign, and shape public perception, raising concerns about the normalization of AI-driven disinformation in politics.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
The article reports on a memorial event for Charlie Kirk held in Lima, Peru, where attendees from poor neighborhoods were bused in, highlighting how Kirk's image is used as a political tool abroad, despite many attendees being unfamiliar with him, illustrating the international reach of American political and religious influence.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The article traces the history and impact of Republican-led gerrymandering in the US, highlighting how strategic redistricting efforts since 2008 have entrenched GOP power in state legislatures and Congress, often overriding voter preferences, and discusses recent legal and political developments that influence future redistricting battles.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hill
President Trump ordered the firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner, Erika McEntarfer, accusing her of faking jobs data to influence the 2024 election, amid controversy over recent dismal jobs reports and political interference in economic data.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Denzel Washington, in an interview with The Sunday Times, expressed concerns about the manipulative tactics used by both political parties in the U.S., emphasizing that people are "slaves to information" in the current age. He highlighted the importance of recognizing this manipulation regardless of political affiliation. Washington also reflected on his acting career, discussing both successes and failures, and the different phases of his life in terms of learning, earning, and giving back.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
Denzel Washington expressed his views on the current political climate, emphasizing that both political sides manipulate the public through media and information. He highlighted the importance of recognizing this manipulation and urged Americans to hold elected officials accountable. Washington also reflected on his career, admitting to making some less successful films in the 1990s but expressed pride in his later work.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Political consultant Steve Kramer has been fined $6 million and faces multiple criminal charges for using AI to deepfake Joe Biden's voice in a robocall urging voters to stay home during the 2024 Democratic primary. The incident, the first reported use of a deepfake in US presidential politics, has led the FCC to ban AI-generated voices in robocalls. Kramer claims the stunt was to highlight the need for AI regulation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gizmodo
Political leaders in at least 16 countries, including the United States, have been using AI deepfakes to sow doubt, smear opponents, and influence public debate, according to a report by Freedom House. Former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have both utilized deepfaked videos and audio to attack each other. The report highlights how AI can amplify digital repression, making censorship, surveillance, and the spread of disinformation easier and more effective. Governments in 22 countries have legal frameworks mandating social media companies to deploy AI for removing disfavored political, social, and religious speech, which goes beyond standard content moderation policies. State actors are also turning to private "AI for hire" companies to create AI-generated propaganda, including deepfake newscasters. The report emphasizes the need for increased regulation and transparency to protect human rights in the face of AI manipulation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
The rapid growth of AI technology is posing a threat to the 2024 political campaigns as it can be used to create fake videos, also known as deepfakes, which can be used for political manipulation. The use of deepfakes in political campaigns can have serious consequences, including the spread of false information and the manipulation of public opinion.