Deepfake Democracy: AI’s Role in Shaping Political Realities

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As artificial intelligence continues to advance, its ability to both bolster and undermine democratic processes has never been more apparent. Deepfake technology, capable of creating hyper-realistic but entirely fabricated media, is emerging as a powerful tool for misinformation, threatening the integrity of elections and public trust in democratic institutions. In a world where disinformation spreads at unprecedented speed, the stakes are high. This episode will delve into the complex relationship between AI, democracy, and election security, addressing the evolving challenges posed by synthetic media and the erosion of truth in political discourse.

Joining us today is Professor Joshua Tucker, Julius Silver Professor, Director of the Jordan Center for Advanced Study of Russia, co-Director of the Center for Social Media and Politics at New York University, and Yaël Eisenstat, Senior Fellow at Cybersecurity for Democracy and former head of global elections integrity at Facebook.