Deep signifies profound, and fake denotes falseness. Deepfake refers to something that has been deeply faked. The deepfake system uses artificial intelligence to mimic another person’s voice, face, and more. Unfortunately, this technology is currently being misused to spread false information and create deception.
Videos created through deepfake technology are so well-made that it becomes nearly impossible to distinguish between real and fake individuals. Some deepfake videos that have gained popularity recently have sparked discussions and criticisms.
The misuse of deepfake technology poses a significant threat to human security. Celebrities, politicians, and even deceased individuals are not immune to its impact. These videos appear exceptionally realistic, and the technology is exploited to spread misinformation on social media. For instance, a deepfake video could portray a popular political figure engaging in a negative campaign, influencing a considerable number of people.
From Bollywood stars to celebrities worldwide, deepfake technology is used to portray individuals in a negative light, leading to social harassment for these stars. The popularity of technology to imitate the human voice has grown over time.
Unfortunately, this issue extends into cybercrime, as deepfake technology is employed to deceive and manipulate people. The use of artificial voices poses security risks. Shockingly, deepfake technology is even used to bring back stars who have either disappeared or passed away.
The misuse of artificial intelligence systems poses a severe threat to people’s privacy. Accessing sensitive information such as bank details, debit and credit card information, and other critical data becomes easier. People’s IDs and passwords are at risk of being hacked effortlessly. While deepfake technology is a topic of global discussion, efforts are underway to advance this technology to new levels.
