The Dark Side of AI: How Artificial Intelligence Threatens Free Speech on Social Media Written by Ben Newton
Artificial intelligence has rapidly transformed many aspects of our digital lives, from enhancing our experiences to automating decision-making processes. However, one of the most dangerous uses of AI lies in its role in censorship and social media. While AI has the potential to help users with online content, it also raises concerns about the manipulation of information, freedom of expression, and the control of it in the hands of tech giants who own it. One of the primary dangers of AI in the context of social media is its ability to enforce censorship on a massive scale. Many social media platforms use AI to monitor and flag content that violates community guidelines. They often lack the contextual understanding required to distinguish between harmful content and legitimate speech. This can lead to over-censorship, where perfectly innocent posts or political opinions are ...