The influence of OpenAI artificial intelligence on politics
OpenAI, a technology company, has presented a revealing report on the use of its artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the political sphere. The company is known for its creation, ChatGPT, which has been used by various campaigns in Russia, China, Iran and Israel to influence political discourse and carry out covert propaganda. According to OpenAI lead researcher Ben Nimmo, in the past three months, they have taken down five covert influences that were using their models to support deceptive activities on the internet. It is important to note that none of these campaigns and messages generated with OpenAI technology reached large audiences.
Covert influence operations identified by OpenAI
The OpenAI report has revealed how groups from different countries have used ChatGPT to spread misinformation and propaganda. The company’s analysis has been reflected in an extensive 39-page document, which details five covert influence operations. These operations involve both state actors and private entities that have turned to ChatGPT to spread propaganda. It is important to mention that the report covers only the last three months.
Cases identified by OpenAI
OpenAI has flagged specific cases, such as Russian operations that posted content about Ukraine online, as well as an Israeli political company that ran a network of fake social media accounts. Additionally, a persistent Chinese actor was identified who praised China and criticized its critics, and another Iranian who released content against Israel and the United States. These operations focused on issues such as the war in Ukraine, the conflict in Gaza, the Indian general elections, politics in Europe and the US, as well as criticism of the Chinese government by dissidents and foreign governments.
Conclusions
The OpenAI report reveals the significant impact of artificial intelligence in the political sphere, evidencing how various entities have used ChatGPT to spread propaganda and disinformation. This analysis highlights the importance of regulating and monitoring the use of AI in the political sphere, in order to mitigate possible covert influences and ensure the integrity of online information.