Fake AI Videos

· By Will Harken

PSA: The Rise of Fake Social Media Videos & Content 🚨

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As an AI content creator, I want to take a moment to talk about something serious—fake videos and audio. Specifically, the fake videos that misrepresent political figures and celebrities.

The Rise of Deepfakes and AI Vocal Cloning

We've had the tools for convincing deepfakes for some time. AI vocal cloning followed quickly. Now, creators can whip up realistic video and audio of just about anyone in the public eye. This brings some serious ethical questions to the table.

Concerned people discussing ethics

The Danger of Misrepresentation

I've noticed loads of social media posts twisting what political figures are saying. Just the other day, I saw a video of Biden saying things he never actually said. With my knack for spotting deepfakes and an ear for AI-generated speech, I could tell right away it was bogus. The lips didn’t even sync with the words!

Fake video of Biden

"I will be putting our entire country's debt on one hand of Blackjack."

Surprisingly, only a handful of commenters questioned its authenticity. 😱

The thing is, a lot of people will swallow fake videos without a second thought. Assuming those commenters weren’t bots—that’s a whole different issue!

Think about it: Wars could hinge on this kind of deceitful propaganda. Criminals might slip away by claiming the incriminating footage is "just fake." This isn’t a small matter.

The Need for Skepticism

Fake videos have been around, but now they’re getting better and more numerous. Moving forward, you MUST approach every piece of content you see online with some skepticism. Yes, you can still spot fakes—look for glitches or mismatched lips—but don’t rely solely on that. A skilled creative team with a budget can create a near-perfect fake video today.

Maybe deepfakes will remind us not to blindly trust celebrity endorsements? 🤔

Laws and Protection Against Misrepresentation

There’s some good news—there are laws to help protect against misrepresentation. President Biden could probably sue the makers of that misleading video. However, a lot of these cases never see the courtroom. People often get exploited for someone else's gain.

Courtroom setting

Music Made Pro's Ethical Stance

Most folks can agree it’s UNETHICAL to use AI to create misleading content without consent. At Music Made Pro, we change song lyrics while maintaining the original singer's sound. We do this for personal use only and never claim the original artist said those new lyrics.

My objective is to use AI ETHICALLY. While some might disagree with reworking songs for personal enjoyment, no laws currently oppose it. I'm entirely ready to follow any future regulations.

Conclusion

I admire AI and its potential to spark creativity and improve lives. But we must tread carefully. Scammers will always find ways to deceive; their tactics will simply evolve. Stay alert, challenge what you see, and create responsibly. 💪 If you're curious about AI in music, check out these related posts:

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