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Do You Really Want the Government in Your DMs?
May 17, 2024
This podcast covers the EU investigation into major tech companies for child safety concerns, a new center in Singapore to fight online scams, Indian journalists using YouTube to dodge censorship, a controversial cheerleading video, and the implications of Singapore's proposed online safety laws. Government involvement in online identity, trust and safety tools, and the future of online discussions are also discussed.
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- Misidentification of deepfake videos can lead to serious legal consequences, highlighting the dangers of technology misinterpretation.
- YouTube's blocking of Indian media channels raises concerns about press freedom and transparency in content moderation.
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Misidentification of Deepfake Causing Legal Trouble
A woman is arrested for supposedly creating a deepfake video of a teenage cheerleader vaping, resulting in legal consequences. The police falsely identify the video as a deepfake leading to her arrest, impacting her life significantly. The incident showcases the dangers of overreacting to technology like deepfakes and the implications of misinformation.
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