South African Election Official Investigates AI Deepfake Used in Campaign

South Africa's Independent Electoral Commission has launched an inquiry after an ANC mayoral candidate distributed an AI-generated video falsely accusing a rival party of a tender conspiracy.

30 Aug, 02:27 — 30 Aug, 02:27

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IEC complaint lodged after ANC mayoral hopeful shares AI deepfake depicting DA ‘tender plot’ - news24.com

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South African Election Official Investigates AI Deepfake Used in Campaign

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