Cyber● LowSep 18 · Sep 18, 2026, 9:41 AM
Russia shares AI-generated Putin selfie as use of artificial content spreads among Europe's politicians
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from EuroNews [en] · global
The Russian embassy in South Africa recently shared an AI-generated image of BRICS leaders. It's part of a growing trend of public figures and institutions using AI in their communication, which researchers say can undermine public trust.
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