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  • Deepfakes use artificial intelligence (AI)-driven deep learning software to manipulate preexisting photographs, videos, or audio recordings of a person to create new, fake images, videos, and audio recordings.
  • AI technology has the ability to manipulate media and swap out a genuine person's voice and likeness for similar counter parts.
  • Deepfake creators use this fake substance to spread misinformation and other illegal activities.Deepfakes are frequently used on social networking sites to elicit heated responses or defame opponents.
  • One can identify AI created fake videos by identifying abnormal eye movement, Unnatural facial expressions, a lack of feeling, awkward-looking hand,body or posture,unnatural physical movement or form, unnatural coloring, Unreal-looking hair,teeth that don't appear natural, Blurring, inconsistent audio or noise, images that appear unnatural when slowed down, differences between hashtags blockchain-based digital fingerprints, reverse image searches.
  • Look for details,like stange background,orientation of teeth,handsclothing,asymmetrical facial features,use reverse image search tools.
  • Propagandist journalists are seen as the true journalists by autocratic rulers and populist leaders worldwide, as they serve as the government's cheerleaders.
  • Globally, populist and nationalist leaders passed draconian laws to punish journalists under the guise of "fake news" or "not in the national interest."
  • False or misleading informations are spread by organizations posing as legitimate media outlets in an attempt to twist public opinion in favor of a certain ideology.
  • On social media,watch out for fake messages and news.
  • Check Google Images for Authenticity. The Google Reverse Images search can helps you.
  • It Would Be Better to Ignore Social Media Messages that are forwarded from Unknown or Little-Known Sources.
  • It is a horrible crime to post obscene, morphed images of women on social media networks, sometimes even in pornographic websites, as retaliation.
  • If a fake message asks you to share something, you can quickly recognize it as fake messege.
  • Always Check Independent Fact Checking Sites if You Have Some Doubts About the Authenticity of Any Information or Picture or video.

Category: Freedom of Press

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Myanmar’s Media Navigates Ris...

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A plaque honoring Voice of America’s headquarters in Washington as a historic site in journalism was unveiled Thursday, with current and former newsroom leaders present to affirm the importance of the outlet’s editorial independence.

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Jimmy Lai’s International Law...

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Senegalese Journalists Seek Trainin...

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How a New York Newspaper Turned int...

The Haitian Times has been an important source of information for a large diaspora for 20 years. Amidst the increasing volatility in Haiti, audiences are relying more than ever on its journalism.

September 14, 2023

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On Tuesday, a Philippine court acquitted Maria Ressa and her news website Rappler in a tax case. The Nobel laureate currently faces two more challenges.

September 1, 2023

New Bosnia Defamation Law Will Rest...

Opposition lawmakers, media watchdogs, and the EU are all concerned about the republic of Srpska in Bosnia adopting a law to make defamation a crime.

July 1, 2023

Report: Journalists in Ecuador Face...

According to a new report, journalists in Ecuador are at increased risk due to threats, letter bombs, and attempted murders.

April 18, 2023

Independent Media Hurdle Erdogan...

International rights groups are condemning a crackdown on independent media that has opposed the incumbent president’s control of the mainstream media as Turkey gets closer to its hotly contested presidential elections in May.

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Reminder of Media Risks: Cameroon&#...

The threats to the media were brought to light by the killing of Cameroonian journalist Martinez Zogo earlier this year.

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