Investigating AI Deepfakes

4 years ago I tried to make this video but I failed. I'm glad I did, because I'm convinced now the biggest threat is different than I ever imagined. Welcome to the new dystopian technology powering scams, propaganda and harassment.

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Credits:
3D Artist: Ed Leszczynski @LeszczynskiEd
Video Editor: Harry Bagg @HarryRBagg
End Credits Composer: Claire Wickes @clairewritesmusic
Intro Composer: @palmers_medic
Maxwell: @Technicals
Camera Motion Tracking: Mo-Sys Startracker https://www.mo-sys.com/product..../camera-tracking/sta
Virtual Production Platform: Aximmetry https://aximmetry.com/

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