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AI Use Climbs, But So Do Canadian Concerns

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The 2025 Canadian Internet Trends Report reveals growing concern over misinformation, AI-generated deepfakes, and online safety, even as generative AI use rises. Published by CIRA, the survey found one-third of Canadians used AI tools this year, while 74% worry about fake content.

Trust in X (formerly Twitter) continues to erode, and 59% see deepfakes as a threat to elections. Meanwhile, 64% prefer to shop from Canadian online retailers, citing economic loyalty. One in five Canadians has experienced a cyberattack. The report paints a picture of digital habits shaped by global tensions, AI acceleration, and declining trust in online platforms.

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Canadians Express Concern Over AI and Misinformation Ahead of Elections

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A new CIRA poll reveals Canadians’ growing concerns over generative AI and misinformation, with 51% expressing unease about AI technology and only 17% showing excitement. Key worries include the spread of fake images or videos (69%), mis/disinformation (67%), and insufficient regulations (65%).

As national elections approach, CIRA president Byron Holland emphasizes the need for vigilance in identifying AI-generated misinformation. The survey also found that 51% of Canadians lack confidence in detecting online fraud, a significant drop from 67% in 2023. The findings, detailed in CIRA’s 2024 Canada’s Internet Factbook, underscore the critical role of credible news sources.

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