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Israel Invests Heavily in AI Influence Campaigns Amid Global Image Crisis
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By שיחה מקומית
First reported by TheMarker · 2 days ago
What happened
Israel has allocated hundreds of millions of shekels to influence artificial intelligence platforms and shape global public opinion amid international criticism. The government is contracting with media firms to optimize content for AI systems, a strategy that has become increasingly transparent due to US foreign agent registration laws.
- 01Israel is spending heavily to influence AI platforms like ChatGPT.
- 02Foreign Minister Gideon Saar is leading a major expansion of public diplomacy.
- 03US firms are hired to create content optimized for AI responses.
- 04This strategy aims to counter negative global perceptions of Israel.
- 05Increased spending follows challenges for traditional pro-Israel lobbying.
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