deepfake
/ˈdiːp.feɪk/
Definition
A realistic but fabricated video or audio recording created using artificial intelligence to deceptively depict someone saying or doing things they did not actually do.
Etymology
The term is a portmanteau of 'deep learning'—a subset of artificial intelligence based on complex neural networks—and 'fake.' It was coined in 2017 when a Reddit user used that moniker to share AI-generated synthetic media.
In the news
In this article, deepfakes are described as increasingly sophisticated, computer-generated tools used in political campaigns to create misleading depictions of candidates for competitive advantage. The author notes they have evolved from simple novelties into a ubiquitous feature of modern election cycles.
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Read the full article ↗The Lewiston Tribune