Deepfakes: A Dive into AI-Generated Videos

These are a type of synthetic media that uses artificial intelligence to replace faces or bodies in existing videos or images.

Deepfakes uses deep learning autoencoders to analyze source videos to learn facial features  and replaces the target face with a synthesized face.

Deepfake term was coined in 2017 by a Reddit user Later it was used to cover any videos, pictures, or audio made with Artificial Intelligence to appear real.

When Did Deepfakes Emerge?

– Deepfakes can be used for entertainment purposes, like creating funny parodies. – They can also be misused to spread misinformation or create fake news.

What are Deepfakes Used For?

– Look for unnatural skin tones, lighting inconsistencies, and blurry edges around the face. – Pay attention to lip movements and blinking patterns.

– Deepfakes are a powerful technology with both positive and negative applications. – Researchers are developing tools to detect deepfakes

The Future of Deepfakes