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Russian actors have launched a covert online disinformation campaign targeting U.S. elections, using AI tools to create and spread fake content, including deepfakes and false ads. The campaign aims to undermine trust in democratic institutions and discredit candidates supporting Ukraine, affecting both major parties. U.S. intelligence and lawmakers have confirmed these activities.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event involves the use of AI systems (e.g., AI tools for generating and spreading disinformation and deepfake videos) in an active disinformation campaign that has already caused harm by undermining trust in political processes and damaging reputations. The harm to communities and political rights is direct and ongoing. The article explicitly mentions AI's role in accelerating and refining the spread of manipulative content, fulfilling the criteria for an AI Incident rather than a hazard or complementary information.[AI generated]