Chatbot Chaos: AI Models Spread Russian Propaganda in EU Amid Sanctions Concerns
ChatGPT search had approximately 120.4 million average monthly active recipients in the European Union, raising concerns about Russian propaganda in AI chatbots. Amidst serious questions about chatbot credibility, the research highlights the importance of contextualizing sources linked to disinformation, especially as ChatGPT nears the EU’s Very Large Online Platform status.
Hot Take:
Looks like AI chatbots have been binge-watching Russian propaganda, and now they’re citing it like they’re trying to impress their history teacher. But hey, who needs facts when you can get a degree in misinformation?
Key Points:
- Chatbots from OpenAI, Google, DeepSeek, and xAI are reportedly citing Russian state propaganda about the Ukraine war.
- Research by the Institute of Strategic Dialogue (ISD) highlights the exploitation of data voids for spreading misinformation.
- ChatGPT is particularly prone to referencing Russian sources, especially with biased or malicious queries.
- The European Union may pressure chatbots to tighten their reference guidelines due to disinformation risks.
- OpenAI states that the issue arises from external search results, not internal model manipulation.
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