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Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence has the potential to super-charge election disinformation and other anti-voter tactics. We need a bold reform agenda to fight back. Common Cause is committed to pushing for AI transparency and accountability to support our democracy.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), deepfakes, and other emerging technologies pose a serious threat to our democracy and our elections that many policymakers simply are not prepared to address. In a few clicks, bad actors can create deceptive content about candidates or impersonate election officials—then spread those lies like wildfire. We need transparency and accountability from social media platforms, news organizations, and Artificial Intelligence companies themselves to make sure our democracy does not fall victim to a deluge of AI-powered disinformation.
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Watchdog group says new FL law requiring disclosures with AI in political ads is ‘weak’
BY: MITCH PERRY - APRIL 29, 2024 10:43 AM
"At least five other states have passed laws regulating “deepfakes” in political advertising, according to Public Citizen.
But one watchdog group believes that the Florida Legislature could have gone much further in addressing AI in political ads.
“The disclaimer required by this bill is weak and unclear and fails to adequately inform Floridians of the dangerous disinformation to which they’re exposed,” said Amy Keith, the executive director of...
"At least five other states have passed laws regulating “deepfakes” in political advertising, according to Public Citizen.
But one watchdog group believes that the Florida Legislature could have gone much further in addressing AI in political ads.
“The disclaimer required by this bill is weak and unclear and fails to adequately inform Floridians of the dangerous disinformation to which they’re exposed,” said Amy Keith, the executive director of...
