AI Law - International Review of Artificial Intelligence Law
G. Giappichelli Editore

02/08/2024 - Musk's Sharing of Fake Kamala Harris Video Sparks Controversy (USA)

argument: Notizie/News - Constitutional Law

The Hour reports that Elon Musk shared a manipulated video mimicking Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighting the growing issue of AI-generated deepfakes in politics. The video, which features Harris making statements she never actually made, raises serious concerns about the potential for AI technology to spread misinformation. This incident underscores the ethical and security challenges posed by deepfake technology, which can convincingly fabricate video and audio to mislead viewers. In this case, the video falsely portrayed Harris, adding to the mounting evidence of AI’s potential to disrupt political processes and public perception. The rise of such technologies necessitates stronger regulatory measures and public awareness to mitigate their impact. The controversy around Musk's sharing of the video illustrates the urgent need for frameworks to manage and control the dissemination of AI-generated content to protect democratic integrity and prevent the spread of false information.