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Election disinformation: how AI-powered bots work and how you can protect yourself from their influence


Understanding how to spot a bot is essential, especially for anyone voting in an election.

It’s a place where disinformation campaigns thrive, perpetuated by armies of AI-powered bots programmed to sway public opinion and manipulate narratives. By critically evaluating information and checking sources, users can play a part in protecting the integrity of democratic processes from the onslaught of bots and disinformation campaigns on X. Malicious actors often use networks of bots to amplify false narratives, manipulate trends and swiftly disseminate misinformation.

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