Overview

• Microsoft identifies a resurgence in Russian online campaigns aimed at undermining U.S. support for Ukraine and NATO.
• China's influence efforts focus on dividing American public opinion and undermining confidence in democratic processes.
• Russian-affiliated groups use AI-enhanced content and fake news to spread disinformation, with a notable uptick in activity over the last two months.
• AI-generated content, particularly audio, is used more effectively than deepfake videos to influence U.S. voters.
• Major tech companies pledge to combat AI-driven disinformation to protect democratic electoral processes.