AI-generated photos and videos pose threat to General Election as 'deep-fake' images could be used to attack politicians' characters, spread hate, and erode trust in democracy

Regulators can do more to help the public distinguish fact from fiction and ensure voters don't lose faith in the democratic process.
- Dr Alexander Babuta

With a general election just weeks away, political parties are already in the midst of a busy campaigning period. Right now, there is no clear guidance or expectations for preventing AI being used to create false or misleading electoral information. That's why it's so important for regulators to act quickly before it's too late.
- Sam Stockwell