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AI-cloned voice of 999 call handler used in Russian disinformation operation

999 call handler’s voice cloned by AI for use in Russian disinformation campaign
  • The voice of a British 999 call handler was cloned using artificial intelligence.
  • This AI-cloned voice was subsequently used in a Russian online disinformation campaign.
  • The campaign aimed to spread fear ahead of Poland's presidential election in May.
  • The call handler, Aaron, expressed shock, noting the convincing nature of the fake voice, which was sourced from a North West Ambulance Service video.
  • Watch the video in full above.
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