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OpenAI Report Details Misuse of ChatGPT in Election Interference, Hoaxes

Oct 9, 2024, 11:30 AM

OpenAI has released a report detailing the misuse of its AI technology, specifically ChatGPT, in attempts to influence elections globally. The report, released Wednesday, highlights efforts by propagandists to use ChatGPT in political misinformation campaigns, including notable cases in the U.S. and Rwanda. OpenAI's findings indicate a continued stream of attempts to exploit AI for election interference, with the most widespread effort being a hoax that falsely appeared to use its services. The report underscores the risks and challenges associated with AI in the context of political manipulation.