What has PM Modi said about deepfakes?
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has raised the issue of artificial intelligence (AI) being used to create deepfakes. He said this is very concerning. PM Modi wants the team behind ChatGPT to warn people when such videos are shared online.
The PM also asked the news and other media to teach everyone about the dangers of deepfakes. Recently, various deepfake videos have raised concern among many.
What are deepfakes?
Deepfake is a kind of fake media that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to change pictures and sounds to make them look real. This technology can change faces and voices to make it seem like someone did or said something they never really did.
The term "deepfake" first appeared in late 2017. Deepfake creates images or recordings of fake events using deep learning, a type of AI. Think of deepfake tech as super fancy picture-editing software that can easily change how pictures look. In the hands of the wrong people, deepfakes can be used for bad things.
What are the concerns regarding deepfakes?
Deepfakes can be used to make convincing audio recordings or videos of people saying or doing things they never said or did. This can harm the person’s reputation and make people believe things that aren't true. Some people might use this technology to create fake videos or pictures of innocent people to harass them.
Bad people could use deepfakes to act like they're someone else and try to get money from their friends or family. This can also be a problem for big companies and the government. A fake video of an important person from a company or the government can cause big issues and make people not trust them. These are some concerns regarding deepfakes.
What are some ways to detect deepfakes?
Deepfakes can look weird in a few ways. The person in the video might not blink enough or show the right expressions for what they're saying. Their body movements could seem odd, too. These fake videos might also have weird colours on the face or body and not match up well with the voice.
Deepfakes often have bad lip-syncing, robot-like voices, or odd background sounds. These are some ways to tell if a video is a deepfake. People can also use computer programs and tools online to find out if a video is a deepfake.
Some of these videos are being shared on social media. In India, there aren't specific laws just for deepfakes, but there are rules that say it's not okay to take, share, or put someone's picture in the media without their permission. The Indian government is planning to take action against these fake videos. You can learn more about deepfakes here.
