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A network, likely based outside Canada, used AI-generated deepfake videos to impersonate real influencers and spread false, politically divisive content about U.S.-Canada trade and local referendums. Over 3,000 videos reached more than 22 million views, causing widespread misinformation and social disruption among Canadians.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The network uses AI-generated deepfake videos to disseminate false and politically divisive content, directly causing harm to communities by spreading misinformation. This fits the definition of an AI Incident because the AI system's use has directly led to harm through misinformation and social disruption. The report indicates the harm is ongoing, not merely a potential hazard.[AI generated]