Headlines- Deepfakes use artificial intelligence (AI)-driven deep learning software to manipulate preexisting photographs, videos, or audio recordings of a person to create new, fake images, videos, and audio recordings.
- AI technology has the ability to manipulate media and swap out a genuine person's voice and likeness for similar counter parts.
- Deepfake creators use this fake substance to spread misinformation and other illegal activities.Deepfakes are frequently used on social networking sites to elicit heated responses or defame opponents.
- One can identify AI created fake videos by identifying abnormal eye movement, Unnatural facial expressions, a lack of feeling, awkward-looking hand,body or posture,unnatural physical movement or form, unnatural coloring, Unreal-looking hair,teeth that don't appear natural, Blurring, inconsistent audio or noise, images that appear unnatural when slowed down, differences between hashtags blockchain-based digital fingerprints, reverse image searches.
- Look for details,like stange background,orientation of teeth,handsclothing,asymmetrical facial features,use reverse image search tools.
- Propagandist journalists are seen as the true journalists by autocratic rulers and populist leaders worldwide, as they serve as the government's cheerleaders.
- Globally, populist and nationalist leaders passed draconian laws to punish journalists under the guise of "fake news" or "not in the national interest."
- False or misleading informations are spread by organizations posing as legitimate media outlets in an attempt to twist public opinion in favor of a certain ideology.
- On social media,watch out for fake messages and news.
- Check Google Images for Authenticity. The Google Reverse Images search can helps you.
- It Would Be Better to Ignore Social Media Messages that are forwarded from Unknown or Little-Known Sources.
- It is a horrible crime to post obscene, morphed images of women on social media networks, sometimes even in pornographic websites, as retaliation.
- If a fake message asks you to share something, you can quickly recognize it as fake messege.
- Always Check Independent Fact Checking Sites if You Have Some Doubts About the Authenticity of Any Information or Picture or video.
Tag: Chad
Sudanese Orphans in Chad Traumatise...
Sudanese children at a refugee camp in eastern Chad say that Janjaweed rebels in Darfur have made them orphaned in recent months. Reporter Henry Wilkins speaks to children who are left behind in a foreign country with little help as media and rights organisations continue to report on atrocities.
Humanitarians Say Conditions for Su...
An influx of refugees from the neighboring Sudan has overwhelmed the abilities of aide groups, prompting Doctors Without Borders to appeal to the international community to prevent a “catastrophic” humanitarian disaster in Chad.
Over One Million People Flee Confli...
Over 1 million people have fled the conflict in Sudan between the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Armed Forces, according to the UN.The global body added, some of the neighboring nations, like South Sudan and Chad, are welcoming refugees, while others, like Egypt, have restrictions.
Sudanese Refugees in Chad Share Sto...
The International Criminal Court said in July it would investigate allegations of extrajudicial killings, the burning of homes and markets, and looting in Sudan’s Darfur region.
UN Index:Chad, Other African Countr...
Chad consistently ranks among the lowest five countries in the U.N.’s Human Development Index due to its poor state of education, living standards, and life expectancy. In this report from N’Djamena, Henry Wilkins speaks to residents who find it difficult to imagine a decent future for their families and to experts about what can be done to kick-start development.
UN: ‘Widespread’ Rape i...
According to the UN, conflict and unrest in Sudan’s western Darfur region have sparked sexual abuse against women. Many people who fled the area to the neighboring country of Chad say that law and order have completely broken down, allowing for an increase in attacks on women.
Economic Repercussions of Sudan Con...
According to Moody’s and the International Monetary Fund, if the conflict in Sudan continues, it will harm the economies of its neighbors. Trading and customers in N’djamena, the capital of Chad, have already felt a pinch of high inflation as the war’s economic effects put their love of hot, sweet tea in jeopardy.
UN Moves Sudanese Refugees in Chad ...
Tens of thousands of Sudanese refugees are being moved by the UNHCR to new camps away from the border with Sudan. According to the visiting UNHCR deputy,concerns regarding security and access to aid are increasing along with the number of refugees.
Some Members of Sudanese Security F...
Sudanese Security officers tell VOA that they left their country and are now at Chad’s border because they lack supplies and ammunition to combat their opponent, paramilitary Rapid Support personnel. Analysts and relief organisations say that the risk of the conflict spreading to neighbouring countries is high as the rule of law deteriorates in Sudan’s Darfur region.
Drought Intensifies Conflict Betwee...
Rainfall levels around Lake Chad in Cameroon have decreased, causing streams to dry up and escalating the conflict between farmers and herders over vital resources