Rotorua election candidates debate use of AI in campaigning

NZ HeraldRNZ1NewsSunday 24 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

In this story Rotorua Lakes Council, University of Waikato

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Candidates for the Rotorua Lakes Council have expressed differing views regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence during local elections. The debate focuses on whether the technology's efficiency and capability might undermine the qualities that voters expect from their representatives.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Sun 24 Aug 2025, 6:08am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 11 hours
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