The Palgrave Handbook of Malicious Use of AI and Psychological Security

This handbook explores the new threats to psychological security posed by the malicious use of AI and offers strategies for countering these threats. It provides a comprehensive examination of the various forms and methods of malicious influence on the human psyche, including deepfakes, agenda setting, sentiment analysis, and affective computing.

Format: Hardback
Length: 704 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive handbook delves into the emerging threats to psychological security posed by the malicious use of artificial intelligence (AI). It explores the diverse methods and techniques employed by adversaries to manipulate human cognition, emotions, and behavior, ultimately influencing political, economic, cultural, and societal processes. Through detailed examinations of topics such as deepfakes, agenda setting, sentiment analysis, and affective computing, the book provides a visual representation of the various forms and methods of malicious influence on the human psyche. Separate chapters examine the malicious use of AI in geopolitical confrontation, political campaigns, strategic deception, damage to corporate reputation, and the activities of extremist and terrorist organizations.

This handbook is a unique resource, bringing together a multidisciplinary team of established scholars and emerging new researchers from 11 countries. It serves as an invaluable tool for students, researchers, and professionals interested in this rapidly evolving field of social practice and knowledge. By addressing the critical challenges posed by AI-enabled adversaries, this handbook contributes to the development of effective strategies and countermeasures to safeguard psychological security and promote a safer and more resilient society.

Weight: 1244g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031225512
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023