Jailed Tirana mayor governs via AI avatar amid corruption case

Erion Veliaj, mayor of Tirana, jailed on money laundering charges, has released a video featuring an AI avatar to announce municipal initiatives, effectively governing from prison. This unusual use of AI in governance raises legal and ethical questions about the extent of his authority while incarcerated. The development is notable for its novelty and potential implications for political leadership and AI in public administration.