TED Radio Hour Warped Reality
Oct 30, 2020
Danielle Citron, a law professor at Boston University, delves into the devastating implications of deepfakes and cyber harassment. Andrew Marantz, a journalist, discusses the spread of misinformation and its effects on political discourse. Joy Buolamwini, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, shines a light on algorithmic bias and its real-world consequences. Together, they explore the intersections of technology, deception, and personal safety, urging for critical engagement and greater accountability in our digital landscape.
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Rana Ayyub's Deepfake
- Rana Ayyub, an Indian journalist, was targeted with a deepfake sex video.
- This video, spread through social media, led to death and rape threats and severely impacted her life.
Deepfakes and Human Frailty
- Deepfakes exploit human tendency to trust audio and video.
- Online platforms accelerate the spread of misinformation due to their business models.
Free Speech and Deepfakes
- Be mindful of free speech arguments surrounding misinformation.
- Not all online content is protected, and deepfakes can cause real harm.
