Russian AI Bot Networks Target European Elections with Disinformation

What happened

Russian-linked AI-powered bot networks are actively spreading disinformation on social media to influence upcoming elections in major European democracies, particularly Germany and France. The campaign aims to undermine support for Ukraine and polarize societies, prompting calls for stronger action from social media platforms to counter these AI-driven threats.

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