AI Steve is being discussed a lot in the UK general election
Britain is scheduled to hold a general election on July 4. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced the date of the national election in the country last month. Meanwhile, an artificial intelligence candidate known as ‘AI Steve’ has become a topic of discussion in the UK election. ‘AI Steve’ is making a different kind of appearance in the election. ‘AI Steve’ is contesting for Parliament. Candidate ‘AI Steve’ is the brainchild of entrepreneur Steve Endacott and is listed on the ballot under the new independent SmarterUK party. Steve Endacott has developed ‘AI Steve’ as part of his effort to create a politician who is always accessible to voters. In an interview to an international media outlet, he said, “AI Steve is like an AI co-pilot. I am a real politician going to Parliament, but I am controlled by my co-pilot.”
What is ‘AI Steve’?
‘AI Steve’ is a character created by Neural Voice to showcase its technology. Designed to increase political engagement, ‘AI Steve’ allows voters to ask questions and share opinions on policies through its website. The model provides answers based on a database of party policies. If AI Steve finds an issue it is not familiar with, it researches it on the internet before making a suggestion.
How does ‘AI Steve’ work?
Steve Endacott is using ‘AI Steve’ to maintain constant communication with voters. Voters can interact with AI Steve to discuss policies and express concerns. Voters can thereby ensure that their views are considered in the decision-making process. The aim of this method is to create a politician who is always present and responsive to the needs of the public.
Election and the role of ‘AI Steve’
In the upcoming general election, ‘AI Steve’ will contest for the Brighton Pavilion seat, which was previously held by high-profile politicians. Endacott, who unsuccessfully stood in a local election under the Conservative Party in 2022, hopes that the unique nature of his candidacy will garner more attention and support this time. Endacott wants to connect with people from Brighton. Meanwhile, it is important to note that if Steve Endacott is elected, ‘AI Steve’ will become the first AI MLA, setting a precedent for future politics.
