Deepfakes, created using AI tools accessible via open-source platforms, pose a threat as they can be used for fraud and disinformation.
Advancements in AI make deepfakes increasingly realistic, mimicking a person's voice or facial expressions, although some may still exhibit unnatural gestures.
Social media platforms contribute to the rapid spread of deepfakes before detection systems can mitigate their impact.
Deepfakes, estimated to cost the global economy $78 billion annually, erode trust in media and institutions, highlighting the need for stronger regulations and detection systems to combat their proliferation.