STF minister defends AI regulation to protect democracies

Barroso stated that the artificial intelligence It has the potential to spread misinformation, which could have significant negative consequences for people's freedom and the health of democracies.

“There are many risks of artificial intelligence. One of them is this. Its impact on democracies. The potential of disinformation and deepfake. Because democracy is made up of people’s informed participation,” she said.

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The minister also highlighted that AI can be used to manipulate people and restrict freedom of expression.

“Artificial intelligence can be used to identify people who are likely to be influenced by fake news or calls for violence. And it can be used to manipulate people into voting for a certain candidate or supporting a certain cause,” she said.

Barroso said regulation of AI is necessary to ensure the technology is used responsibly and ethically.

“The regulation of artificial intelligence is an imperative need to protect democracies and human rights”, he concluded.

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