'Deepfakes, hyperlocal fake news': AI to be major disruptor in crucial 2024 elections in India, US and Pakistan

Imran Khan, Pakistan's jailed prime minister, used an AI-generated audio clip to address supporters in a virtual rally. AI has also been used in politics in India and Bangladesh, spreading deepfake-enabled misinformation. In the US, the Federal Election Commission is working to restrict AI-generated deepfakes in political advertisements. AI has become involved in the race to the White House, aiding candidates with data analysis and campaign materials. Bangladesh's upcoming elections are also facing the challenge of deepfake videos. In Russia, Putin had an interaction with a deepfake version of himself.