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Unmasking Deepfakes with AI Detection Tools
In this second blog from our deepfake detection series, we explore automated detection tools like TrueMedia.org, Sensity, and Clarity that analyze digital media to distinguish real content from AI-manipulated content. Thus akin to AI-based tools, they may detect inconsistencies in facial movements, lighting, and audio synchronization, providing a starting point for uncovering deepfakes. However, it’s…
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DeepFakes in The Entertainment Industry
Deepfake technology often grabs headlines for its controversies, but in the world of entertainment, it’s proving to be a groundbreaking tool that’s reshaping creativity and storytelling. This post is part of a series exploring the positive uses of deepfakes, with this first blog focusing on AI’s transformative impact on the entertainment industry. From bringing legendary…
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Historical Deepfakes, Part 2
In Part 1 of historical deepfake blog post, we covered photographic manipulation that occurred in the 19th century. In Part 2, we will cover image manipulation from 1900 onwards, and the rise of video manipulation. Advancements in Media Manipulation Technology The 20th century saw significant advancements in the history of media manipulation with the development…
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Historical Deepfakes, Part 1
Deepfakes are not really new, at least not in spirit. Insofar that they are a way to manipulate audiovisual and textual media, they actually have deep historical roots. Long before digital technology existed, content creators found innovative ways to alter and fabricate media, shaping perceptions and narratives to serve various ends. Let’s talk about the…
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Spotting the Signs: Common Cues to Identify Deepfakes
As deepfake technology continues to proliferate across all media platforms, it becomes increasingly important for people to educate themselves with the knowledge and techniques necessary to identify and combat this threat. In this first blog post of a series on detecting deepfakes, we will dig into common hints that may indicate the content is not…
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What is a Deepfake? Evolving Policy and Philosophical Challenges
First, let’s get the basics out of the way. The term “deepfake” combines the words “deep” from AI deep-learning technology and “fake” signifying potential inauthenticity. It most likely originated in late 2017 from a Reddit user known as “deepfakes”, although the underlying technology predates those posts. A deepfake is created when someone uses an artificial-intelligence…
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