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OpenAI caught Russians and Iranians using ChatGPT for influence campaigns

The company says Russian operatives used its AI chatbot to update their bosses, shedding light on influence campaigns previously not attributed to Russia.

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According to NPR, the company says Russian operatives used its AI chatbot to update their bosses, shedding light on influence campaigns previously not attributed to Russia.

This technology story centres on Russia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Russians, Iranians and ChatGPT.

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Russia · Europe
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Russians, Iranians, ChatGPT, Russian
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