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OpenAI bans Russian, Iranian ChatGPT propaganda networks

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OpenAI announced the shutdown of Russian and Iranian influence operations on October 8, 2026, which utilized ChatGPT to generate fake journalist personas. The Iranian operation specifically involved seven AI profiles masquerading as Western journalists to publish lengthy articles supporting a think tank that promoted anti-Ukraine propaganda. This action marks a significant escalation in OpenAI's efforts to combat disinformation campaigns leveraging generative AI tools.

Key points

• OpenAI shut down two influence operations on October 8, 2026, using ChatGPT to create fake journalists.
• The Iranian operation involved seven AI profiles posing as Western journalists to spread anti-Ukraine propaganda.

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Evidence covers only the specific shutdown of Russian and Iranian operations; other AI influence networks or related activities remain unverified.

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