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One Big Thing | Deep Fakes Impacting the Election and Your Kids

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Deepfakes, AI-generated media that manipulates faces and voices, are increasingly being used to spread misinformation during elections. A recent example is the fake “Swifties for Trump” video, falsely showing Taylor Swift endorsing Donald Trump. Similarly, a deepfake image of Trump with Jeffrey Epstein circulated to tarnish his reputation. These cases highlight a broader issue: deepfakes aren’t just a threat to politicians—they can happen to anyone, including you and your children.

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AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly being used to spread convincing misinformation.

As AI technology becomes more accessible, deepfakes can target ordinary people, including teenagers. Imagine a manipulated video of your child circulating online, damaging their reputation, friendships, or future opportunities. This is a real concern as deepfakes become more widespread.

To protect yourself and your family:

  1. Regularly check social media platforms and Google your name for any suspicious content. 
  2. Report the deep fake immediately to the platform and seek legal advice. 
  3. Inform your friends + family to prevent misinformation from spreading. 

Deepfakes pose a serious challenge to truth and reputation, making awareness and proactive measures essential for everyone.

P.S. Your family might enjoy my book around digital reputations: What Happens on Campus Stays on YouTube

About the Author: Kelsey Gomez

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