Does electronic voting lead to fraud?
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Introduction
Electronic voting (e-voting) systems have been proposed and implemented in various forms to enhance the efficiency, security, and accessibility of the voting process. However, concerns about the potential for fraud and the overall integrity of these systems remain a significant topic of debate. This synthesis aims to analyze the existing research on whether electronic voting leads to fraud.
Key Insights
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Enhanced Security through Advanced Technologies:
- Blockchain technology in e-voting systems can enhance transparency and confidentiality, making the system more secure and reducing the likelihood of fraudulent voting .
- Multifactor authentication (MFA) and biometric verification (e.g., fingerprint and face recognition) in e-voting systems can prevent multiple votes by the same person and ensure the true identity of voters, thereby reducing fraud .
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Perceptions of Fraud and Fairness:
- Voter confidence in electronic voting varies, with fewer individuals concerned about fraud in e-voting compared to other forms of election fraud. However, older individuals and those in politically polarized environments may have heightened concerns about e-voting fraud.
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Technological Innovations to Prevent Fraud:
- DNA-based encryption in e-voting systems can ensure end-to-end vote verification and prevent any single authority from compromising the integrity of the ballot, thus reducing fraud and increasing transparency.
- The use of tamper-proof personal IDs and encrypted keys in blockchain-enabled e-voting systems can further reduce voter fraud and increase voter access.
Conclusion
The research indicates that while electronic voting systems have the potential to reduce fraud through advanced security measures such as blockchain technology, multifactor authentication, and DNA-based encryption, perceptions of fraud and fairness vary among different demographic groups. Overall, the implementation of robust security features in e-voting systems can significantly mitigate the risk of fraudulent voting, although public confidence in these systems remains a critical factor.
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