The United Kingdom is gearing up for local and general elections in 2024, which are expected to be highly contentious. Cyber experts warn that malicious actors may target these elections through disinformation campaigns aided by artificial intelligence (AI). Disinformation has been a significant cyber risk in previous UK elections, and state-backed cyberattacks are also expected to increase leading up to the upcoming elections. AI-generated deepfakes, synthetic images, videos, and audio, make it easier for malicious actors to spread false information. Cybersecurity experts stress the need for increased awareness and international cooperation to mitigate the threat of AI-powered disinformation. Tech giants like Meta, Google, and TikTok will play a crucial role in combatting deepfakes and preventing the spread of misinformation.

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