Anthropic, the company behind the AI model Claude, released a report on September 10th detailing malicious uses of its technology. The report highlights instances of Claude being utilized to translate articles and statements containing defamatory content. Specifically, a former editor-in-chief of Sputnik Moldova allegedly used the AI to translate materials into Russian. The translated content focused on spreading false and damaging information about Maia Sandu, the President of Moldova. Anthropic’s findings reveal a pattern of using AI for potentially harmful purposes, including the dissemination of disinformation. The report also notes the involvement of RIA Novosti in similar activities. This raises concerns about the use of AI to manipulate public opinion and interfere in political discourse within Moldova.