S Y Quraishi writes: Can AI become democracy’s ally, not its adversary? Written by: S Y Quraishi Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.

S Y Quraishi writes: Can AI become democracy’s ally, not its adversary? Beyond technical solutions lies a philosophical challenge: What does democratic participation mean when AI mediates between citizens and candidates? When every voter receives personalised messages designed by algorithms exploiting their psychological vulnerabilities, is informed consent possible? Yet, rejecting AI entirely is neither possible nor desirable How Artificial Intelligence can become democracy’s ally, not its adversary Unlike broadcast media manipulation, AI content can be hyper-personalised to inflame tensions. AI supercharges microtargeting beyond Cambridge Analytica’s ambitions. Written by: S Y Quraishi https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/s-y-quraishi-writes-can-ai-become-democracys-ally-not-its-adversary-10535650/?ref=top_opinion&ref=top_opinion Copyright © 2026 The Indian Express [P] Ltd.