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‘We have proof China is trying to influence US elections,’ says Blinken after warnings Beijing will use AI to sow chaos [Video]

US SECRETARY of state Antony Blinken revealed today that America has proof China is trying to influence its November presidential election.

It came after tech giant Microsoft warned that China could use artificial intelligence tech to pursue its agenda in the ballot boxes.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned of China’s influence ahead of the US election in NovemberCredit: Reuters
China could use AI to disrupt the US elections by posting fake media online
Chinese President Xi Jinping – who attended some of the meetings this week with BlinkenCredit: AP

Despite Xi Jinping’s promise not to interfere, the US has seen “evidence of attempts to influence and arguably interfere” ahead of the presidential vote.

Blinken, speaking to CNN after a visit to China, shared his concerns about the nation’s intentions in the run up to a tense election season.

The three day trip involved meetings with despot Xi, covering everything from Putin’s war in Russia to American tech policies.

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