Using Artificial Intelligence, Italy’s first virtual influencer, Franceska Giuballi, has announced his intention to run for the mayor of Rome in the 2027 municipal elections.
This week this week was reported by Il Mesaggaro, with about 12,000 followers that were exposed to the unique position of Giuballi as an AI-generated figure certified by Meta. Citizens are known for their public engagement in cultural and technical issues, Giubelli takes her name from a character in Dante Alaghieri’s divine comedy. Their presence is inspired by a mixture of iconic Italian actresses Sophia Loren and Monica Beluchi.
Giubelli’s candidature will be under the newly launched AIXROMA movement – AI will also be developed using AI – Emiliano Belmonte, Valeria Fosteri and Francesco Giuliani. His goal is to present a reliable, modern option for the current administration led by Roberto Guultieri of the Democratic Party.
The aim of the creators is to integrate new techniques, especially artificial intelligence in public and political discourse. He believes that AI has the ability to improve the city rule, making it more efficient, transparent and inclusive.
The team explained, “This is not just a digital experiment. It is a real platform for active citizenship, which will open to experts, young people, practicals and wide public over the next two years.”
Giubelli’s declaration has given rise to a wide range of reactions. Supporters see this as an innovative step, highlight the ability of AI to process large datasets, identify trends and generate fair, data-operated policy solutions. Critics, however, have expressed concern about the absence of a human element in morality, accountability and leadership roles.
