Everything you need to know about deepfake detection – for now

Deepfake technology is advancing at a rapid pace. Our laws and social practices are not keeping up. Diverse stakeholders, from regulators to artists, bring a broad spectrum of concerns to the table. Public awareness is still relatively low, and more education is needed. The terminology at play is inefficient and outdated. Our collective weakness at recognizing fake media and employing critical thinking can lead to life changing consequences for those who are victimized. Meanwhile, potential threats to election results can seem overblown – but as fake content is able to spread at speed through social networks, it can erode the overall social trust fabric and throw truth into a chaos of uncertainty.”

Everything you need to know about deepfake detection – for now | Biometric Update

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Mark Skidmore is Professor of Economics at Michigan State University where he holds the Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy. His research focuses on topics in public finance, regional economics, and the economics of natural disasters. Mark created the Lighthouse Economics website and blog to share economic research and information relevant for navigating tumultuous times.

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