Approximately four billion people, representing nearly half of the world's population across 50 countries, are headed to the polls this year, with the outcome of these elections in countries such as the United States, India and the United Kingdom having a significant impact on the role of advanced technology, including artificial intelligence.
The wider accessibility of the internet and social media in many countries means that voters are more connected than ever with politicians and their platforms. People also have more exposure to news and daily updates than ever before. While this can result in a public that is more informed and in touch with complex realities around the world, the synonymous growth in misinformation and disinformation poses a tremendous challenge.
