The UK government has announced the establishment of a National Centre for Information Defence, aimed at helping the public distinguish between factual information and disinformation, particularly in the context of AI advancements. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized the need for societal mobilization to combat misinformation, especially from hostile state actors like Russia.
Streeting clarified that the initiative will not target domestic political dissent but will focus on addressing the spread of false narratives that undermine public trust. The announcement comes as concerns grow over the impact of disinformation on democracy, particularly ahead of the next general election.