The article discusses the growing concern over AI-generated disinformation, particularly regarding its impact on democratic processes and elections in Africa and Europe. It cites the World Economic Forum's 2024 Global Risk Report, identifying AI-supported disinformation as a major threat. The research conducted by experts from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation highlights the similarities in disinformation tactics used across continents, often aimed at undermining electoral integrity. Additionally, it emphasizes the challenges faced by Africa in combating this issue with limited investigations outside electoral contexts.
Deepfakes, videos, audios it's so easy to produce disinformation at home for free with the help of artificial intelligence.
AI-supported disinformation is seen as the number one threat, particularly as it undermines democratic principles and divides societies.
Using artificial intelligence for election campaigns and disinformation is particularly prevalent among the extreme right political parties.
We could identify many culprits which use the same AI tools, showing that Europe and Africa face similar challenges.
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