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Could AI Chatbots influence a Government’s Decisions?
What does it mean for democracy, if our political leaders and government officials allow AI to shape their decisions?

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What does it mean for democracy, if our political leaders and government officials allow AI to shape their decisions?

2024 is an important election year. While citizens all over the world get ready to cast their ballot, many people worry about AI: Are chatbots and fake images a threat to democracy? Can we still trust what we see online? We explain why the hype around AI and elections is somewhat overblown and which real risks we need to watch out for instead.