Russian Misinformation Campaigns and the Role of AI

This chapter exposes Russia's SVR program, Project Kylo, using generative AI, fake news websites, and social media to spread misinformation. It discusses efforts to manipulate protests in Western countries, including a white supremacist march in Nashville, and influence elections in France. The chapter also addresses concerns raised by the Department of Justice regarding Russian bots and misinformation, along with Goldman Sachs warning against hasty investments in generative AI without clear problem-solving goals.