OpenAI, a leader in generative artificial intelligence, is taking proactive steps to ensure its technology is not misused in influencing elections around the world. As several major democracies, including the United States, India, the European Parliament, and Indonesia, prepare for significant elections, OpenAI has implemented new policies to prevent the abuse of its AI chatbots and image creators.
The company, directed by Sam Altman, is working to understand the potential for its tools to be used in personalized persuasion. Until they have a better understanding, OpenAI is prohibiting the creation of applications aimed at political campaigning and lobbying. This includes a ban on building AI chatbots that impersonate real individuals or spread false information to discourage voting.
To enforce these policies, OpenAI encourages users to report any violations they come across while using its products. Additionally, the company is integrating its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, with real-time news reporting to provide users with accurate and balanced information. OpenAI believes that transparency in information sources can empower voters to assess information independently and make informed decisions.
Collaboration with the nonpartisan organization, the National Association of Secretaries of State in the US, is another initiative by OpenAI. Together, they aim to improve access to authoritative voting information through AI products. The insights gained from this partnership will inform OpenAI’s approach in other countries and regions.
OpenAI’s measures align with recent actions taken by other tech giants like Meta and Microsoft to tackle the potential risks of AI and deepfakes in elections. Such efforts include AI watermarking services and stricter disclosure requirements for advertisers.
As the world prepares for critical elections, OpenAI’s commitment to addressing the responsible use of AI technology highlights the importance of safeguarding democracy and democratic processes.
The source of the article is from the blog yanoticias.es