Election officials are role-playing AI threats to keep them from undermining democracy

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes led a tabletop exercise for journalists to role-play as election officials to understand the speed and scale of AI threats they face. | Photo by Ash Ponders for The Verge

The job has never been harder, and the threats have never been stranger.

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Max Verstappen won twice on Sunday

Winning the F1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was not Max Verstappen’s only win on Sunday

Max Verstappen earned not one, but two victories on Sunday.

Formula 1’s reigning Drivers’ Champion secured victory in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at historic Imola, getting off to a strong start and fending off a late charge from Lando Norris to clinch the win. But before Verstappen took the checkered flag at Imola, he had already won on the day.

In the iRacing Nürburgring 24 Hours.

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There Are So Many Great Movies About Enemies Who Fall In Love, But What One Is Your Favorite?

My vote? Fire Island.

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Craig Wright Lied About Creating Bitcoin And Faked Evidence, Judge Rules

A UK judge has determined that Craig Wright forged evidence in a campaign to prove he is Satoshi Nakamoto, creator of Bitcoin, in a move that prevents him from bringing further lawsuits in the UK.

What the Monaco Grand Prix means to Daniel Ricciardo

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F1 heads to Monte Carlo for the Monaco Grand Prix. Here is what that race means to Daniel Ricciardo

Thursday ahead of the Miami Grand Prix Daniel Ricciardo met with the media, including SB Nation, to talk about his season so far, the upcoming race in Miami, and more. But among the topics discussed that morning was a race that means so much to Ricciardo, and the entire Formula 1 world.

The race that awaits us this week.

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'House of the Dragon' recap: The 9 most WTF moments so far ahead of Season 2

House of the Dragon Season 2 is on the horizon, and judging by the trailer it's going to be every bit as dramatic as the first season.

But in terms of sheer WTF factor, can Season 2 really hope to top Season 1? Let's recap the most shocking moments in House of the Dragon so far, so we can establish the bench mark.

Luxury Hotel Employees Revealed What Reallyyyyyy Goes Down Behind Closed Doors, And Yikes

A lot happens, folks.

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Indian Voters Are Being Bombarded With Millions of Deepfakes. Political Candidates Approve

India’s elections are a glimpse of the AI-driven future of democracy. Politicians are using audio and video deepfakes of themselves to reach voters—who may have no idea they’ve been talking to a clone.

How to Apéro Like the French

Rebekah Peppler shines a spotlight on a beloved French tradition that you can try at home.

Farm Animals Are Hauled All Over the Country. So Are Their Pathogens.

Tens of millions of farm animals cross state lines every year, traveling in cramped, stressful conditions that can facilitate the spread of disease.

2 Liberal Groups to Spend $5 Million on State Supreme Court Races

The National Democratic Redistricting Committee and Planned Parenthood Votes are joining together to help their preferred candidates for 2024 as state-level party battles gain steam.

South Africa’s Highest Court Says Jacob Zuma Can’t Serve in Parliament

With elections a week away, the political comeback of Mr. Zuma, the former president, has presented a test for the country’s fledgling democracy.

The Dangerous Political Headwind Facing Biden

Many voters who respect the president don’t necessarily want him to return to office.

A Trump Conviction Doesn’t Hang on Michael Cohen

As provocative as the testimony has been, this case may turn on something a great deal more mundane.

Occupation Has Corrupted the Humanity of Israel’s Military

There is a disregard among Israeli soldiers for Palestinian lives, and we are seeing it in Gaza today.

We’re in a ‘My Wife Did It’ Moment

Justice Alito and Senator Menendez have one thing in common.

Is Curbside Parking an Endangered Species?

City officials and others are reconsidering how New Yorkers store their cars.

Julian Assange’s Extradition Appeal Hearing: What Could Happen?

A hearing on Monday will determine whether Julian Assange has any more recourse in the British courts to appeal his extradition to the United States.

Chinese Firms Face Authoritarianism at Home and Hostility Abroad

The experience of TikTok’s owner, ByteDance, in Beijing and Washington shows how much the ground has shifted for China’s entrepreneurs.

In China, Deepfakes of ‘Russian’ Women Point to ‘Nationalistic Sexism’

A.I.-manipulated videos on Chinese sites use young, supposedly Russian women to promote China-Russia ties, stoke patriotism — and make money.