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AI-Generated Videos Attack Singapore's PM Wong, Spark Controversy

2/25/2026

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A disinformation campaign targets Singapore and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of Singapore with hundreds of AI-generated YouTube videos.
About 70% of these videos attack Lawrence Wong, fabricating threats to his leadership.
An analysis shows nearly 300 videos were uploaded by more than 30 channels with Mandarin voice-overs and traditional Chinese subtitles.
Since late last year the videos have gained millions of views.

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Story summary

A disinformation campaign targets Singapore and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of Singapore with hundreds of AI-generated YouTube videos.
About 70% of these videos attack Lawrence Wong, fabricating threats to his leadership.
An analysis shows nearly 300 videos were uploaded by more than 30 channels with Mandarin voice-overs and traditional Chinese subtitles.
Since late last year the videos have gained millions of views.