Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Future of Democracy

What’s on offer?

Panel debate of approx 1.5 hours followed by drinks reception

What’s it about?

2024 has been a monumental year for democracy, with almost half of the planet voting in elections.  Increasingly, AI is being used in political campaigning, including to create electoral and campaign materials, and the use of synthetic media, including ‘deepfakes’ involving synthetic video and audio content.  The threat from algorithmic manipulation of disinformation has also been a serious cause for concern, with social media platforms acting as a conduit between voters and the electoral choices they are making.  Is AI becoming a threat to democratic processes and democratic governance?  How are malicious actors seeking to use AI to sow discord in democracies and undermine trust in political processes?  Can AI act as a tool to enhance and protect democracy, including by providing voters new ways to engage with governments and political institutions.

Who’s leading the event?

Professor Joe Burton, Lancaster University

Open to

Anyone with an interest in democracy, artificial intellince and the influence of one on the other!

Of particular interest to

General public with interest in the area, professionals within local or national government, policy and law makers

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