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Russian-linked AI-powered bot networks are actively spreading disinformation on social media to influence upcoming elections in major European democracies, particularly Germany and France. The campaign aims to undermine support for Ukraine and polarize societies, prompting calls for stronger action from social media platforms to counter these AI-driven threats.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The presence of AI systems is reasonably inferred from the description of automated bot networks used for spreading disinformation and manipulating public opinion. The use of these AI-driven bots has directly led to harm by undermining trust in democratic institutions and spreading false information, which harms communities and violates political rights. The article reports ongoing activities and concrete impacts, not just potential risks, thus meeting the criteria for an AI Incident rather than a hazard or complementary information.[AI generated]