

The Deepfake Election That Wasn't
Aug 8, 2024
Ed Vaizey, a commentator on AI's effects on democracy, discusses why fears of deepfakes impacting British elections were overblown. He examines their potential influence in the upcoming U.S. election. Columnists Manveen Rana and Matthew Syed weigh in on whether King Charles should address recent riots and debate the cultural significance of the Olympics versus the World Cup. They also delve into the significance of digital literacy as protection against misinformation, stressing the need for institutional strategies to enhance media trust.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Protests, Pandas, and Community Solidarity
01:30 • 9min
Navigating the Political Landscape: Interfaith and Unity
10:27 • 4min
Education Shifts and Sports Spectacles
14:32 • 6min
Deepfakes in Democracy: Risks and Realities
20:31 • 12min
Navigating Digital Literacy Amid Deepfake Challenges
32:26 • 12min
Deepfakes and Their Political Implications
44:38 • 2min