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How police can prepare for AI, Doxxing and Disinformation
This episode of Police1’s Policing Matters podcast, hosted by retired San Francisco PD Deputy Chief, and Future Policing Institute Fellow, Jim Dudley addresses the growing threat of AI-driven disinformation, doxxing, and deepfakes to police operations and personnel. How police can prepare for AI, Doxxing and Disinformation highlights the shrinking gap between online agitation and real-world consequences, emphasizing the need for police to proactively monitor social media, rapidly disseminate verified information, and protect officers' digital footprints. The discussion also provides practical strategies for command staff and field supervisors to combat coordinated inauthentic activity and prepare for potential disruptions.
What Can LEOs Do When Attacked By Bots?
The fight over bot armies in Hollywood may seem like gossip, but the same digital tactics are poised to hit policing—and most departments aren’t ready. Bot-driven disinformation can turn everyday cases into credibility crises, spreading lies, stirring unrest, and even endangering officers. This article argues it’s not if but when agencies will face such attacks, making preparation essential. From monitoring spikes in online chatter to issuing timely, accurate statements and protecting officers under fire, it offers a blueprint for survival. Departments that act now will safeguard trust and integrity; those that don’t risk being overwhelmed.
The battle against misinformation and disinformation campaigns: Is your police department prepared?
Artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced social media platforms have significantly amplified the spread of misinformation and disinformation, posing critical challenges for police agencies. Misinformation and disinformation are increasingly weaponized, often by state-sponsored actors, leading to public unrest that demands police intervention. The police must act proactively to counter this.