Walter Scheirer

Walter Scheirer, Dennis O. Doughty Collegiate Professor of Computer Science at Notre Dame, delves into the intricate world of online fakery. He traces the evolution of storytelling from antiquity to digital media and examines how misinformation shapes our identities and political discourse. The conversation explores shock-content websites and the implications of deep fakes, raising critical questions about trust in the digital age. Lastly, Scheirer highlights the dual role of AI in both creating and understanding fake content, emphasizing its complex impact on society.