In this episode of the TED AI Show, the conversation centers on how artificial intelligence is shaping the 2024 US elections and influencing elections around the globe. The dialogue explores the dual role of AI in campaigns—it can be used for both good and bad. Tools like deepfakes, AI-generated political ads, and chatbots are being leveraged to spread misinformation. While AI promises to enhance voter engagement and make information more accessible, there are significant worries about its potential for manipulation and the risk of undermining trust in information, especially as it becomes harder to tell what's real and what's generated by AI. The episode underscores the importance of media literacy, transparency, and better detection technologies to help us navigate this evolving electoral landscape.
