Detecting and protecting against AI deepfakes

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We’re living in a time when anything can be faked – photos, videos, voices, even memories. Artificial intelligence is blurring the line between what’s real and what’s not faster than most of us can keep up.

In his book FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions, author and cybersecurity expert Perry Carpenter dives deep into how easily our brains can be tricked by the digital world, and how we often want to believe what we see online.

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At the end of the day, being media-savvy is your best defense. Whether it’s a viral video or a too-good-to-be-true headline, take a moment to pause and ask: “Is this real – or just really well made?” Staying sharp online isn’t just a skill anymore, it’s a necessity.

Watch my chat with Perry above!

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