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OpenAI removes accounts from multiple state-linked AI-powered influence operations

Incident Provisional 92% confidence first seen 1 May 2024, 00:00

OpenAI announced the removal of accounts associated with two separate state-linked coordinated inauthentic behavior networks: Operation Zero Zeno, linked to Israel, and IUVM, linked to Iran. Both operations had used AI systems to generate and distribute propaganda content across multiple platforms, with Zero Zeno promoting pro-Israel narratives and IUVM promoting Iranian state positions while criticizing Israel and the US.

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1 May, 00:00 Operation "Zero Zeno": Israel-linked influence activity OpenAI Blog official 1 May, 00:00 IUVM: Iran-linked influence content network OpenAI Blog official

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