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Experts Warn of AI-Enabled Cyber Risks in Brazil's Elections

2026-08-18 | BRA | hazard | safety, rights
Our take

Analysts flag possible US-led cyber operations against Brazil's elections. No harm yet, only a memorandum.

The facts

Analysts warn of potential US-led cyber operations, supported by big techs and AI systems, targeting Brazil's upcoming elections. A Trump administration memorandum authorizes digital surveillance and manipulation, raising concerns about possible election interference and harm to democratic processes, though no actual harm has yet occurred.

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