The Dark Side of AI: Manipulation, Censorship, and Deception

Ever wondered how AI could sway an election or trick you into buying a phone? Buckle up, because we’re diving into the murky world of AI manipulation. From political meddling to dodging censorship, AI’s got some tricks up its sleeve that might surprise you.

AI’s Role in U.S. Elections: More Than Just Robocalls

Remember when political ads were just annoying TV commercials? Those days are long gone. Now, AI is stepping into the ring, and it’s not playing fair.

In recent U.S. elections, AI has been busy:

• Churning out fake news articles faster than you can say “fact-check”
• Creating deepfake videos that make politicians say things they never actually said
• Targeting voters with personalized propaganda based on their online behavior

It’s like having a super-powered propaganda machine that never sleeps. Scary stuff, right?

X Marks the Spot: Fighting Censorship in Brazil

But it’s not all doom and gloom. In Brazil, AI is playing the hero. When the government tried to shut down social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), AI stepped in to save the day.