Election misinformation is a problem in any language. But some gets more attention than others
Escalating concerns over deepfakes and disinformation in elections due to artificial intelligence-driven manipulation.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Warnings about deepfakes and disinformation driven by artificial intelligence are escalating concerns about elections in the U.S. Tech companies face criticism for not addressing these issues, especially in non-English-speaking countries, where safeguards against election misinformation are lacking. Recent changes in tech firms, along with advancements in artificial intelligence, have made it easier to deceive voters. Political pressure has mounted for tech companies to combat false claims, hate speech, and authoritarian propaganda that undermine democracy. Yet critics argue that these efforts are more focused on English-speaking nations, leaving non-English speakers vulnerable to targeted disinformation. This disparity raises the risk of misleading voters and influencing election outcomes globally.