This briefing paper aims to improve public understanding of DeepFakes and Audio-Visual Disinformation. Our Snapshots are intended to separate fact from fiction, clarify what is known and unknown about an issue, and suggest questions for further investigation.
Initiative overview
The Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI) is an advisory body set up by the UK government and led by an independent board of experts. It is tasked with identifying the measures we need to take to maximise the benefits of AI and data-driven technology for our society and economy. The CDEI has a unique mandate to advise government on these issues, drawing on expertise and perspectives from across society. The CDEI Snapshots are a series of briefing papers that aim to improve public understanding of topical issues related to the development and deployment of AI. These papers are intended to separate fact from fiction, clarify what is known and unknown, and suggest areas for further investigation.The initiative has the following objective(s):To improve public understanding DeepFakes and Audio-Visual Disinformation.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI)