Theregister Chinese Law Enforcement Misuses ChatGPT for Smear Campaigns Against Critics
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OpenAI reported that a user linked to Chinese law enforcement attempted to use ChatGPT to orchestrate smear campaigns against critics of the Chinese Communist Party, including Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The user, who has since been banned, sought to leverage the AI to plan and review propaganda operations targeting both domestic and international opponents.
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2026-02-25
OpenAI releases report on misuse of ChatGPT by Chinese law enforcement
2026-02-25
User linked to Chinese police attempts smear campaign against critics
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