How AI deepfakes polluted elections in 2024Deepfake technology poses risks to elections by potentially spreading misinformation, but 2024 saw less targeted manipulation than feared.
How are social media preparing for the election? With many guardrails offTech platforms have relaxed their measures against election misinformation since 2020, with varying approaches to political advertising and misinformation safeguards.
How are social media preparing for the election? With many guardrails offTech platforms are retracting aggressive measures against election misinformation compared to previous elections.Meta and Google have retained some ad restrictions to manage falsehoods during elections, contrasting with X's relaxed policies.
Meta says AI-generated content was less than 1 precent of election misinformationAI content constituted less than 1% of election misinformation detected by Meta's fact-checkers during major global elections.
Misinformation-Packed Ads Thriving On Facebook Just Days Out From The ElectionFalse election ads flood Facebook as investigations reveal violations of Meta's policies, misleading voters close to the election.
How are social media preparing for the election? With many guardrails offTech platforms have relaxed their measures against election misinformation since 2020, with varying approaches to political advertising and misinformation safeguards.
How are social media preparing for the election? With many guardrails offTech platforms are retracting aggressive measures against election misinformation compared to previous elections.Meta and Google have retained some ad restrictions to manage falsehoods during elections, contrasting with X's relaxed policies.
Meta says AI-generated content was less than 1 precent of election misinformationAI content constituted less than 1% of election misinformation detected by Meta's fact-checkers during major global elections.
Misinformation-Packed Ads Thriving On Facebook Just Days Out From The ElectionFalse election ads flood Facebook as investigations reveal violations of Meta's policies, misleading voters close to the election.
X sues California over deceptive AI-made election content banElon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.
Judge blocks California's new AI law in case over Kamala Harris deepfake Musk reposted | TechCrunchA federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.
X sues California over deceptive AI-made election content banElon Musk's X is suing California over a law aimed at combating AI-generated election misinformation, citing concerns over free speech.
Judge blocks California's new AI law in case over Kamala Harris deepfake Musk reposted | TechCrunchA federal judge blocked California's AI deepfake law, asserting it infringes on First Amendment rights related to satire and free expression.
An influencer thought someone dropping off ballots was suspect.' It was the postmanMisinformation about elections can lead to real-world threats against public servants, as evidenced by a viral video targeting a postal worker handling ballots.
X's Grok bot now points to government website after election misinformation warningsX updated its AI chatbot Grok to prevent election misinformation following complaints from five secretaries of state about false information provided regarding ballot deadlines.
Top election official says colleagues gave Elon Musk 'hand-delivered' notes to stop him from spreading misinformationElon Musk has been accused of spreading election misinformation, complicating the efforts of election officials to correct false claims.Election officials are struggling to combat the high volume of misinformation spread by Musk and on his platform X.
Elon Musk's X changes Grok chatbot after states say it spread election misinformationElection officials are concerned about Grok spreading misinformation regarding ballot deadlines and request more accurate guidance for users.
Elon Musk's X chatbot has a new message for users seeking election-related informationX's AI chatbot Grok was spreading election misinformation, prompting changes to guide users to trusted voting resources.
I've been studying misinformation for a decade - here are the rumours to watch out for on US election dayPrepare for rising misinformation in the upcoming US presidential election regarding voter legitimacy and participation.Social media plays a crucial role in spreading and amplifying electoral misinformation.
An influencer thought someone dropping off ballots was suspect.' It was the postmanMisinformation about elections can lead to real-world threats against public servants, as evidenced by a viral video targeting a postal worker handling ballots.
X's Grok bot now points to government website after election misinformation warningsX updated its AI chatbot Grok to prevent election misinformation following complaints from five secretaries of state about false information provided regarding ballot deadlines.
Top election official says colleagues gave Elon Musk 'hand-delivered' notes to stop him from spreading misinformationElon Musk has been accused of spreading election misinformation, complicating the efforts of election officials to correct false claims.Election officials are struggling to combat the high volume of misinformation spread by Musk and on his platform X.
Elon Musk's X changes Grok chatbot after states say it spread election misinformationElection officials are concerned about Grok spreading misinformation regarding ballot deadlines and request more accurate guidance for users.
Elon Musk's X chatbot has a new message for users seeking election-related informationX's AI chatbot Grok was spreading election misinformation, prompting changes to guide users to trusted voting resources.
I've been studying misinformation for a decade - here are the rumours to watch out for on US election dayPrepare for rising misinformation in the upcoming US presidential election regarding voter legitimacy and participation.Social media plays a crucial role in spreading and amplifying electoral misinformation.
Elon Musk's Grok chatbot spewed election disinformationElon Musk's AI chatbot Grok spread election misinformation, leading to demands for accuracy from state officials.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot is trying to fix its election misinformation problemX's AI chatbot Grok now directs users to trustworthy election resources following criticism for spreading misinformation.
MSNBC's Jason Johnson Blasts Liberals Alleging Voter Fraud: There Is No Evidence That Any of That Is True Whatsoever'Dr. Jason Johnson debunked conspiracies alleging Elon Musk rigged the 2024 election, stating that misinformation affects both political parties equally.
Elon Musk's Grok chatbot spewed election disinformationElon Musk's AI chatbot Grok spread election misinformation, leading to demands for accuracy from state officials.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot is trying to fix its election misinformation problemX's AI chatbot Grok now directs users to trustworthy election resources following criticism for spreading misinformation.
MSNBC's Jason Johnson Blasts Liberals Alleging Voter Fraud: There Is No Evidence That Any of That Is True Whatsoever'Dr. Jason Johnson debunked conspiracies alleging Elon Musk rigged the 2024 election, stating that misinformation affects both political parties equally.
ABC News affiliate WNEP-TV in Pennsylvania accidentally aired test election results. It's not cheating. - PoynterThe erroneous airing of test election results sparked misinformation about election rigging in Pennsylvania.
It's Election Day, and all the AIs - but one - are acting responsibly | TechCrunchGrok chatbot provided misinformation about U.S. election results due to its willingness to answer questions, unlike other major AI chatbots.
ABC News affiliate WNEP-TV in Pennsylvania accidentally aired test election results. It's not cheating. - PoynterThe erroneous airing of test election results sparked misinformation about election rigging in Pennsylvania.
It's Election Day, and all the AIs - but one - are acting responsibly | TechCrunchGrok chatbot provided misinformation about U.S. election results due to its willingness to answer questions, unlike other major AI chatbots.
5 Reasons Early Voting Is Overwhelmed With Election MisinformationElection misinformation has increased significantly during the early voting period, complicating the process for voters and election officials.
James O'Keefe Recruits Election Workers to Secretly Record at the PollsJames O'Keefe is mobilizing conservative volunteers to secretly record voting to expose perceived fraud, raising concerns about the election process integrity.
What price are US media outlets paying for spreading election lies?Defamation settlements highlight gaps in accountability for election misinformation.
James O'Keefe Recruits Election Workers to Secretly Record at the PollsJames O'Keefe is mobilizing conservative volunteers to secretly record voting to expose perceived fraud, raising concerns about the election process integrity.
What price are US media outlets paying for spreading election lies?Defamation settlements highlight gaps in accountability for election misinformation.
The Gateway Pundit Is Still Pushing an Alternate RealityThe Gateway Pundit retracted false claims about election fraud involving Ruby Freeman and Wandrea Moss after a defamation lawsuit settlement.
Election Falsehoods Take Off on YouTube as It Looks the Other WayYouTube's decision to stop fighting election misinformation has allowed conspiracy theories to thrive, boosting ad revenues in the process.
AI's Underwhelming Impact On the 2024 ElectionsConcerns about AI's impact on the 2024 U.S. elections were overblown, with minimal influence from political deepfakes.
Election Deniers Aren't Waiting for NovemberGenerative AI impacting elections through misinformation.AI-generated content causing challenges for election officials.
AI's Underwhelming Impact On the 2024 ElectionsConcerns about AI's impact on the 2024 U.S. elections were overblown, with minimal influence from political deepfakes.
Election Deniers Aren't Waiting for NovemberGenerative AI impacting elections through misinformation.AI-generated content causing challenges for election officials.
Voting officials face an uphill battle' to fight election liesA viral video falsely claimed ballots for Trump were destroyed, revealing the dangers of misinformation in the electoral process.
How X users can earn thousands from US election misinformation and AI imagesUsers on X are earning thousands by sharing election misinformation and conspiracies, manipulating social media algorithms for financial gain.
From rodeos to radio, inside the Arizona fight against misinformationLa Campesina addresses election misinformation among Arizona Latinos to emphasize their voting power.
Trump Rally in Michigan Dominated by More False StatementsTrump continues to make false statements about the 2020 election and the federal government's response to disasters as he campaigns for 2024.
Giuliani Disbarred From the Practice of Law in New YorkGiuliani, a former ally of Trump, disbarred for misconduct including spreading election misinformation.