Deepfake scandal rocks South Korean university

Outrage after student's deepfake video surfaces online

A deepfake video of a South Korean university student surfaced online, sparking outrage and raising concerns about the dangers of the technology. The video, which was created without the student's consent, depicts her engaged in a sexually explicit act. She has since come forward and identified herself, calling for the perpetrators to be punished. The university has launched an investigation into the incident and has provided counseling services to the student.

Experts urge caution over deepfakes

Experts have warned that deepfakes pose a serious threat to privacy and can be used to spread misinformation and harm people's reputations. They have called for greater regulation of the technology and for people to be more aware of the dangers. The South Korean government has vowed to take action against deepfakes and has established a task force to develop countermeasures.

What are deepfakes?

Deepfakes are AI-generated videos that can be used to create realistic fake news or to impersonate people. They are created using machine learning algorithms that can learn from real videos and images to create new ones. Deepfakes have become increasingly sophisticated in recent years and can be difficult to detect from real videos.

How to protect yourself from deepfakes

There are a number of things that you can do to protect yourself from deepfakes. Be skeptical of videos that you see online, especially if they seem too good to be true. Look for signs of manipulation, such as unnatural movements or glitches. Be careful about what personal information you share online, as this could be used to create deepfakes. Use strong passwords and two-factor authentication to protect your accounts. Report any deepfakes that you see to the relevant authorities.