Deepfakes are photos, videos, or audio clips that have been digitally created to show people saying and doing things that never happened. They can also be used to show events that haven't taken place. Here are some tips on spotting a deepfake:
1. Don't jump to conclusions. Are other sources reporting the information?
2. Consider the source. Is it reputable?
3. Check where else it is (and isn't) online.
4. For videos, inspect the mouth. It's hard to show the teeth and tongue accurately.
5. For videos, slow it down. This allows you to spot glitches from frame to frame.
For additional tips on how to spot deepfakes, see the MIT Media Lab site and this guide from Rowan University.
Tips from the BuzzFeed article "How to Spot a Deepfake Like the Barack Obama-Jordan Peele Video":
With the rapid expansion of generative AI technology, it is harder than ever to trust what you see with your own eyes. Use these resources to check whether or not that image has been manipulated or wholly generated!
