The Real Risks AI Poses to Democracy
Its threats go beyond election disinformation. But experts say they’re not insurmountable.
Ahead of the U.S. election, analysts expressed concerns that artificial intelligence could jeopardize electoral integrity. Nonetheless, experts suggest that while AI did not disrupt the voting process, its risks remain significant.
Gary Marcus, a leading AI scientist, noted, ‘I think it would be foolhardy to say: “Well, there’s been no major disaster yet, so we’re okay here.” That’d be like saying we made a bunch of steamships, so this one’s invincible, and whoops, you hit an iceberg.’
This edition of Flash Points explores the various ways AI might threaten democratic societies and the possible responses from policymakers.
U.S. President Joe Biden is pushing to address the challenges and risks associated with AI in an effort to bolster democratic processes.
AI’s Alarming Trend Toward Illiberalism
Left ungoverned, AI technology could pave the way for undermining democracy, argue experts Ami Fields-Meyer and Janet Haven.
What AI Will Do to Elections
Increasingly advanced AI-enabled misinformation complicates the electoral landscape, prompting calls for strengthened protections.
The Science of AI Is Too Important to Be Left to the Scientists
Comprehensive international action necessitates political will, writes Hadrien Pouget.
Chloe Hadavas is a senior editor at Foreign Policy. Follow her on Twitter: @Hadavas
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