Exploring Malicious Uses of AI-Generated Content and Impacts on Trust

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The malicious uses of AI-generated content, particularly in the context of elections globally, are concerning. Deepfakes are increasingly used to deceive people by putting words in the mouths of candidates or public figures, manipulating audio or creating fake scenarios. One alarming example is deepfake videos of Elon Musk promoting crypto scams, which may not have significant direct impact but raises questions about trust in online content. The prevalence of such deceptive content challenges people's confidence in distinguishing real from unreal media online.

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