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Taiwan's 2024 Election Shows Limited AI Disinformation Impact

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🗳️🌐 Taiwan’s 2024 election reveals minimal impact from AI disinformation. Contrary to fears of AI-driven deception, a comprehensive study by Martin Wendiggensen found that AI-generated content had little engagement or influence during Taiwan’s recent election. Analyzing extensive media coverage, Wendiggensen noted that local news outlets, funded by Taiwanese billionaires with ties to China, played a more significant role in shaping narratives aligned with Beijing-friendly parties. While these parties lost the presidential race, they gained control of Taiwan’s parliament, indicating a potential shift in the country’s policies. The findings underscore the importance of understanding local disinformation tactics and leveraging AI to safeguard future elections.

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