How do media organisations responsibly report on AI-generated disinformation without inadvertently spreading the very content they seek to expose? My Churchill Fellowship research reveals this fundamental challenge facing journalism in the AI age, where traditional reporting practices may require significant adaptation. Current media coverage of AI-enabled disinformation often follows familiar patterns—linking to original sources, providing … Continue reading Media and AI disinformation – informing without amplifying
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Political parties and AI ethics – voluntary accountability or regulatory response?
My Churchill Fellowship research uncovered an intriguing asymmetry in how political parties approach AI-generated content during elections. This finding raises fundamental questions about voluntary ethical leadership versus regulatory intervention in an age where artificial intelligence increasingly shapes political discourse. The evidence from my fieldwork shows that right-leaning parties are more willing to deploy AI-generated disinformation, … Continue reading Political parties and AI ethics – voluntary accountability or regulatory response?
How can federal government help Australia’s democratic response to AI threats?
While state electoral commissions manage immediate operational pressures, federal government possesses unique coordination capabilities for addressing AI-enabled threats across Australian democracy. My Churchill Fellowship research across the world suggests what comprehensive national approaches might entail. The evidence points toward questions about the need for permanent coordination mechanisms supporting all Australian electoral jurisdictions. Many successful international … Continue reading How can federal government help Australia’s democratic response to AI threats?
The unique challenges of state and territory electoral commissions
While national attention often focuses on the Australian Electoral Commission's preparedness for AI threats during elections, state electoral commissions face a distinctly different challenge: near-continuous election cycles, varying funding models, and diverse technical capabilities to address evolving information threats. Yes, that's right. Every state and territory has their own electoral commission, separately funded by their … Continue reading The unique challenges of state and territory electoral commissions
Máiréad Doyle 