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Unchecked AI threatens democracy, warns UN chief

Left unchecked, artificial intelligence (AI) could destabilize democratic systems by spreading disinformation, fueling hate speech and distorting public opinion through deepfakes, the UN Secretary-General has warned.

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source https://www.globalissues.org/news/2024/09/15/37663

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