OpenAI bans Russian ChatGPT accounts used in covert misinformation campaign

OpenAI has banned five Russian ChatGPT accounts used in a covert misinformation campaign. The accounts were part of a broader effort to spread pro-Moscow narratives across social media. According to OpenAI, the campaign involved creating fake Telegram channels, videos, and a fake Israeli think tank.

The campaign aimed to build fake expertise and influence public opinion. Coverage from Le Monde.fr and Yahoo details the use of fake Telegram channels and videos. OpenAI's own statement confirms the banning of the accounts and the disruption of the campaign.

The extent of the campaign's reach and impact is not yet clear. Coverage does not yet specify the duration of the campaign or the number of accounts involved beyond the five banned. It is also unclear how the accounts were detected and what measures OpenAI is taking to prevent similar campaigns in the future.