Meta Approves 13 of 15 AI-Generated Fake Election Ads, Violating TSE Rules

A study found that Meta's ad review system approved 13 of 15 AI-generated fake election ads submitted on Instagram and Facebook, all violating Brazilian electoral rules. This indicates a gap in Meta's enforcement of political ad policies, raising concerns about AI-driven disinformation ahead of elections. The incident is part of a broader pattern of platform moderation challenges, but the specific scale and timing are notable.