The AI Daily Brief (Formerly The AI Breakdown): Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis Why AI Didn't Impact the 2024 Elections
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Nov 6, 2024 The anticipated chaos of AI in the 2024 elections was surprisingly minimal. Despite fears of disinformation and deepfakes, actual incidents were scarce. Historical predictions of fake identities didn't materialize as expected. Instead, investigations followed misleading AI messages, with fines imposed. The real challenges lay more in trust and integrity than in the technology itself. The discussion emphasizes the need for future leaders to incorporate AI considerations into their policies.
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Overblown AI Election Fears
- Many feared AI's impact on the 2024 elections, evidenced by numerous articles and expert opinions.
- These predictions focused on AI-driven disinformation and deepfakes.
Biden Deepfake Robocall
- A Biden deepfake robocall in New Hampshire urged voters to skip the primary.
- The culprit was fined, claiming it was a stunt to raise awareness, not influence the election.
Satirical AI Images
- AI-generated images, like Elton John in a MAGA jacket and Trump reposting fake Swifties images, gained attention.
- These were largely satirical and didn't significantly mislead voters.