Umno demands answers over AI operation targeting Malaysian voters
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno is demanding to know who ran and financed an artificial intelligence-driven operation targeting political sentiment in Malaysia, and whose interests it served.
Umno, Malaysia's largest opposition party, has called for answers regarding an AI-driven operation targeting political sentiment in Malaysia. Information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said highlighted the need for scrutiny of the operation, despite the lack of evidence that it altered election results or voter positions. The key questions now revolve around the identity of the operators, the funding source, and the intended beneficiaries of the operation.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has denied involvement, stating that such activities are outside their mandate. Umno warns that fake accounts and AI-powered bots could be used to manipulate online discussions, emphasizing that a high volume of comments does not equate to widespread support. The party calls for a digital space free from manipulation while allowing for genuine criticism and diverse viewpoints.
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