Truth in the Deepfake Era: The Rising Threat of AI-Generated Misinformation | Forbes
Synopsis:
This Forbes video discusses the looming threat of AI-generated misinformation to global elections and news integrity in 2024. With over 4 billion people expected to participate in elections worldwide, the proliferation of deepfake news poses a significant challenge. The video segment emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, source evaluation, and media literacy in navigating the increasingly complex online information landscape.
Discussion Points:
1
According to Hany Farid, what are the three main contributing factors to the prevalence of deepfakes today?
- After listing the contributing factors, elaborate on how social media companies are helping in the spread of fake content.
Timestamp | 00:00 – 04:08
2
Describe the proactive and reactive techniques employed to detect manipulated media.
- Consider the effectiveness of each approach.
Timestamp | 04:08 – 06:20
3
What are the possible repercussions when deepfake news segments receive more views on social media than the actual verified news outlet’s posts.
- Consider how this affects what larger society believes about a particular event.
Timestamp | 06:20 – 08:50
4
Do you think that over time we may become less vulnerable to deepfakes? If so, why?
- Consider how exposure can play a role in this.
Timestamp | 08:50 – 11:00
5
Describe what is at stake when it comes to deepfakes and elections.
- Consider the number of votes between a winning candidate and a losing candidate.
Timestamp | 11:00 – 12:12
6
In what ways is deepfake technology a double edged sword?
- Explore ways that it can be used to deny truth.
Timestamp | 12:12 – 13:47
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What are some things to look out for when discerning truthful from misleading content?
- Identify three things to pay attention to.
Timestamp | 13:47 – 14:42
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In your view, how will we learn to identify misinformation more effectively in the coming years?
- Consider the role of technology companies, regulatory bodies and society when answering the question.
Timestamp | Final thoughts
Discussion
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