Russia-Linked AI CopyCop Site Identified as Modifying and Producing at Least 19,000 Deceptive Reports

March 1, 2024

Early March 2024 marked the emergence of a network, CopyCop, publishing biased and misleading news articles using AI. These manipulated stories, originating from legitimate sources, were altered to spread Russian propaganda, potentially by OpenAI models. The network produced over 19,000 such articles, primarily targeting divisive political issues and shaping narratives. By highlighting this incident, we underscore the importance of responsible AI governance as a means to prevent harm and ensure safe and secure AI practices. For those interested in shaping such guardrails, learn more about HISPI Project Cerebellum TAIM and how you can contribute: JOIN US

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Alleged deployer: copycop, russia-linked-network
Alleged developer: openai, chatgpt
Alleged harmed parties: general-public, journalism, democracy

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