The Participation Blog

Preparing for More Fake News

Intentional disinformation, lies, fake news and just plain bull$%&# will be a bigger part of our future than it’s been part of our past, and artificial intelligence (AI) makes it easier and more widespread. As useful and beneficial as AI can and will be, everything has consequences – AI makes it much simpler to spoof people. Government is already one of the least trusted institutions and under increasing attacks by those who benefit from less government and less influential government. Outrage artists with nefarious intent will often use any means available, especially AI, to paint government in the worst possible light. So, just presume it’s going to happen to you and your organization and plan for it now; it’s in your best interest.