US Targets Russian Election Influence Operation With Charges, Sanctions, Domain Seizures

September 5, 2024 at 05:36AM The US government disclosed disrupting a significant Russian influence campaign dubbed Doppelganger, violating laws and targeting the 2024 US presidential election. It aimed to boost Donald Trump, sow division within the US, reduce support for Ukraine, and promote pro-Russian interests. Charges were filed against two Russian nationals, and sanctions imposed … Read more

US warns of Iranian hackers escalating influence operations

August 20, 2024 at 08:01AM The U.S. government warns of Iran’s increased cyber operations targeting Presidential campaigns, seeking to influence the American public and access sensitive election-related information. Iran aims to sow doubts about U.S. democratic institutions and has engaged in aggressive cyber activities and misinformation spreading. Authorities encourage reporting suspicious activity and assure the … Read more

OpenAI, Meta, TikTok Disrupt Multiple AI-Powered Disinformation Campaigns

May 31, 2024 at 04:21AM OpenAI revealed five covert influence operations from China, Iran, Israel, and Russia, utilizing AI to manipulate public discourse. These operations involved generating and posting comments, articles, and social media content across various platforms to influence audiences in different regions. Meta also disclosed details of additional influence operations targeting users in … Read more

Deepfakes and AI-Driven Disinformation Threaten Polls

May 2, 2024 at 07:11AM The rise of Deepfakes and AI-driven disinformation poses a significant threat to elections, with the upcoming US presidential election at risk. The ease of access to AI technology allows for the spread of misinformation, making it challenging for citizens to discern real news. Vigilance and critical thinking are crucial in … Read more

AI-Powered Misinformation is the World’s Biggest Short-Term Threat, Davos Report Says

January 11, 2024 at 09:43AM The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report identified artificially powered misinformation as the top immediate risk to the global economy, with environmental risks posing long-term threats. The report emphasized the potential impact of AI on polarizing societies and eroding democracy, and highlighted the risks associated with deepfake technology and AI-powered … Read more