Keywords: Deepfakes


European Union introduces mandatory labels for AI-generated content under AI Act

The European Union is moving forward with a new phase of its landmark AI Act, requiring many forms of artificial intelligence-generated content to carry clear labels identifying them as AI-created. The transparency rules, which take effect on August 2, are designed to help citizens distinguish authentic......

One hour of training can dramatically improve people's ability to detect AI-generated faces

A new study suggests that just one hour of structured training can significantly improve people's ability to distinguish between real human faces and those generated by artificial intelligence, offering a practical defense against the growing threat of deepfake technology. The research, conducted......

Interpol’s Cyber unit battles criminal networks ‘Weaponising’ artificial intelligence

At the Interpol Global Complex for Innovation in Singapore, analysts monitor vast streams of digital intelligence as criminal networks increasingly deploy artificial intelligence to scale up cyberattacks. From highly convincing phishing emails free of spelling errors to deepfake videos impersonating......

The music industry tackles AI abuses with limited success

The music industry is battling on multiple fronts: platforms, courts, and among lawmakers to prevent the misuse and exploitation of its content through generative artificial intelligence (AI). However, the results remain underwhelming. Sony Music reports that it has already requested the removal of......

Artificial Intelligence and the 2024 US Election: Myths and Realities

As the 2024 US presidential election unfolded, one question loomed large: Would artificial intelligence (AI) shape the outcome? This marked the first election in the era of widespread AI tools that allowed for the creation of synthetic media such as images, audio, and video, sometimes used for manipulation.......

South Korea Intensifies Measures Against Sexual Deepfakes Following Telegram Controversy

In response to recent reports revealing the proliferation of sexually explicit deepfake images and videos on Telegram, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has called for a comprehensive investigation into digital sex crimes. These revelations have sparked outrage across the nation. The controversy......

An Enormous Potential for Fraud: Warren Buffett's AI Apprehensions Unveiled

In a candid address at a recent Berkshire Hathaway conference, investment magnate Warren Buffett expressed significant concerns about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. His remarks contained a stark warning against the potential for AI to enable unprecedented levels of......

Cybersecurity Urgency, Deepfake Dangers, Gas Car Ban Debate, and Streaming Crackdown

In a recent development, a staggering revelation emerges as over 100 million passwords find their way into online leaks, prompting urgent calls for bolstered personal cybersecurity measures. It's a stark reminder of the critical need to act swiftly, with experts advising immediate password changes......