

Deepfakes and Lying Liars
Sep 24, 2024
Deepfakes pose a dangerous challenge to democracy, especially during election seasons. The conversation dives into the legal battles over regulating this technology while balancing First Amendment rights. A startling exploration reveals how misinformation can escalate community tensions, particularly through harmful narratives. Legal implications in California are scrutinized, addressing the ethical responsibilities of public figures in maintaining election integrity. The episode raises critical questions about our societal values in an age where the lines between reality and deception are increasingly blurred.
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Lincoln's Fake Portrait
- A printmaker combined Lincoln's head from a photograph with John C. Calhoun's body in an 1860s engraving.
- This manipulated image highlights the long history of doctoring presidential photos, predating modern deepfakes.
Deepfakes and Generative AI
- Deepfakes use generative AI to create realistic but fake images, audio, and video.
- This AI learns from massive datasets, making it easy for anyone to create convincing forgeries.
Examples of Election Deepfakes
- A deepfake audio clip circulated of President Biden threatening to "wage war against Texas".
- Fake images also appeared online showing Trump's arrest, demonstrating deepfakes' potential to spread misinformation.