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		<title>Underestimated effects of AI on democracy, and a gloomy scenario</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Aug 2023 08:07:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tiago Peixoto]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A few years ago, Tom Steinberg and I discussed the potential risks posed by AI bots in influencing citizen engagement processes and manipulating public consultations. With the rapid advancement of AI technology, these risks have only intensified. This escalating concern &#8230; <a href="https://democracyspot.net/2023/08/26/underestimated-effects-of-ai-on-democracy-and-a-gloomy-scenario/">Continue reading <span>&#8594;</span></a> <a href="https://democracyspot.net/2023/08/26/underestimated-effects-of-ai-on-democracy-and-a-gloomy-scenario/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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