State-backed cyberattacks, AI deepfakes, and more: Experts reveal UK election cyber threats

Britain is expected to face a barrage of state-backed cyber attacks and disinformation campaigns as it heads to the polls in 2024 — and artificial intelligence is a key risk, according to cyber experts who spoke to CNBC. Brits will vote on May 2 in local elections, and a general election is expected in the second half of this year, although British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has not yet committed to a date. The votes come as the country faces a range of problems including a cost-of-living crisis and stark...