Kazakhstan's anti-disinformation center warns voters of election-day fakes
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Kazakhstan's Center for Countering Disinformation urged citizens to be wary of false and provocative content during the August 22 'day of silence' and the August 23 Kurultai election. The center said such disinformation aims to distort perceptions of the voting process and trigger negative reactions. The warning comes as 12.5 million registered voters prepare to cast ballots at 10,427 polling stations.
Key Facts
- The Center for Countering Disinformation warned that false, manipulative, and provocative publications may spread on the 'day of silence' and election day.
- The Kurultai election is scheduled for August 23, with 10,427 polling stations prepared and over 12.5 million citizens registered to vote.
- The center said such disinformation aims to create a distorted view of the voting procedure and provoke negative emotional reactions.
- Common tactics include old photos and videos, footage from other countries, clips without time or location, and posts from anonymous accounts.
- Modern tools such as editing software and artificial intelligence can fabricate images, audio, and video featuring public figures and politicians.
Election Disinformation Warning
The Center for Countering Disinformation issued an appeal to Kazakhstanis ahead of the Kurultai election. The center cautioned that false, manipulative, and provocative publications and videos may appear during the 'day of silence' and voting day. Such information provocations are regularly recorded in many countries on election days, according to the center. The goal of these materials is to create a distorted understanding of the voting procedure and trigger negative emotional reactions among citizens.
Common Disinformation Tactics
Fake publications often use previously captured photos and videos, footage from events in other countries, and clips without time or location details. Anonymous accounts frequently spread such content, including scenes of ballot stuffing from other nations. Modern technologies, including editing tools and artificial intelligence, make it easier to create fake content. These materials may feature the faces or voices of well-known public figures and politicians.
Official Guidance
The center advised Kazakhstanis to verify the original source of information and rely only on official resources. Citizens were urged not to spread unconfirmed messages. The appeal stated that careful and responsible handling of information will help maintain a calm and respectful atmosphere on election day.
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Kazakhstan's anti-disinformation center warns voters of election-day fakes
