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Russia-backed network targets AI models like ChatGPT with disinformation

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A Russia-backed disinformation network named Portal Kombat is reportedly using hundreds of websites to influence large language models like ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini. This operation is described as worse than historical KGB tactics of swaying individuals in cities such as London and New York. The network aims to spread disinformation through these advanced AI systems. AI

IMPACT Disinformation campaigns targeting AI models could compromise their outputs and influence public perception.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a disinformation network's alleged targeting of AI models, which is an opinion or commentary piece rather than a direct release or significant event.

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Russia-backed network targets AI models like ChatGPT with disinformation

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · knowprose ·

    @ nyt_homepage "...If this sounds like a chapter from another century — think K.G.B. officers swaying unsuspecting fellow travelers in London or New York — it’s

    @ nyt_homepage "...If this sounds like a chapter from another century — think K.G.B. officers swaying unsuspecting fellow travelers in London or New York — it’s actually worse. The spy runner is a Russia-backed network called Portal Kombat that operates hundreds of websites to sp…

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