Electoral Hallucinations: Safeguarding UK elections in the world of LLMs and AI chatbots - Demos "...on a single day during the 2026 Scottish pre-election windo
A recent report highlights the potential for AI chatbots to interfere with UK elections, particularly during the 2026 Scottish pre-election period. These AI systems have demonstrated a tendency to "hallucinate" by providing incorrect information, such as misstating election dates or ID requirements. Furthermore, the AI models have fabricated scandals, including expenses and nepotism issues, posing a significant risk to the integrity of the electoral process. AI
IMPACT AI chatbots could spread misinformation and fabricate scandals, undermining public trust and the integrity of elections.