How AI-generated music anthems are supporting Alberta separatism - The Conversation

AI-generated music anthems are being used to promote Alberta separatism, raising concerns about the use of AI to amplify political messages. These anthems, often accompanied by AI-generated visuals, are circulated online and at separatist events.

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Content creators have used AI to generate Alberta national anthems. One video featured an AI-generated anthem with lyrics about Alberta resilience and freedom, accompanied by images of landscapes and extractive industries. The video also depicted Premier Danielle Smith. Researchers have found a network of AI YouTube accounts focused on Alberta audiences, exploiting grievances to normalize secession and U.S. annexation. These videos include deepfakes and AI avatars.