JAKARTA, Indonesia: As nations worldwide gear up for elections, a pervasive threat looms large: the rise of AI deepfakes. With over four billion people slated to participate in national elections by 2024, the specter of misinformation amplified by generative artificial intelligence (AI) casts a shadow over democratic processes.
Across diverse political landscapes, the proliferation of deepfake technology raises concerns about the manipulation of public opinion, the erosion of trust in electoral systems, and the undermining of democratic principles.
From falsified videos of candidates to fabricated news stories, the potential for AI-driven disinformation campaigns to sway voter sentiment is a pressing global challenge.
As countries navigate the complexities of safeguarding electoral integrity, combating the menace of AI deepfakes emerges as a critical imperative to preserve the sanctity of democratic institutions.
