23 Jul, 17:30··

Vannacci Posts Fake Video, Breaks AI Ban

Marco Vannacci, a former politician, created a fake video. The video showed President Mattarella granting a pardon. This broke a ban on using AI for political purposes.

Marco Vannacci, leader of the FnV party, released a video using artificial intelligence. The video falsely depicted President Mattarella pardoning Roggero Giovanna. This action followed a deal between Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Elly Schlein. They agreed to stop using AI to target political opponents. Vannacci used the video to promote an online petition.

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Highlights

Vannacci Breaks AI Ban

Marco Vannacci posted a fake video of Mattarella granting a pardon.

Meloni Seeks Non-Aggression Pact

Giorgia Meloni wants a halt to AI targeting political opponents.

Schlein Agrees to Discussion

Meloni proposed a ‘non-aggression pact’ with Elly Schlein.

New AI Video Released

Vannacci released a new AI-generated video asking for a pardon.

Petition Supports Vannacci's Request

The video release is linked to an online petition.

Timeline

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23 Jul, 17:3025 Jul, 14:55
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