Jailed Albanian mayor uses AI avatar to make deepfake speech
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Tirana Mayor Erion Veliaj, who is in custody as part of an investigation into alleged corruption and financial crimes, addressed the Albanian capital through artificial intelligence. In a video posted on his official Instagram profile, his AI-like image promises free meals for all children in Tirana's schools.
He has been in Durres prison since early 2025, in the context of investigations into allegations of corruption and financial crimes - He has delegated responsibilities to deputy mayors
The mayor of a European capital is in prison, but continues to communicate with the inhabitants and make public promises, using technology.
Veliaj said that he will continue to fulfill his promises, while the power in Tirana formally remains in his hands until the 2027 elections.
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