This episode examines the dangers of deepfakes, focusing on their creation using Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). It explores the increasing accessibility of deepfake technology and its role in disinformation campaigns, highlighting the psychological factors that make people susceptible to believing them.

Also discussed is the significant global political, social, and economic consequences of deepfakes, exploring various detection methods and solutions, including AI-based detection, blockchain technology, legal frameworks, media literacy initiatives, and international collaboration.

https://www.richardmuirhead.pro/blog/deepfakes-and-disinformation-the-dark-side-of-generative-ai