Opposition deepfake video sparks outrage in Spain ahead of election
Spain's conservative People's Party deployed a deepfake video across social media showing AI-manipulated likenesses of figures linked to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's Socialist party appearing to confess to crimes including soliciting prostitutes and taking kickbacks. The controversial ad has generated significant public backlash and broader debate about AI misuse in politics ahead of the country's general elections next month. The incident highlights growing concerns about deepfake technology's role in electoral processes and disinformation.
Key points
- Deepfake video used in opposition party political campaign
- AI likenesses appear to show politicians admitting to crimes
- Released amid polarized election campaign
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