Have you ever watched a video and thought, “Something about this seems off”? In today’s digital world, that gut feeling might be right. Deepfakes—those eerily realistic but fake videos or audio clips—are becoming more common. But don’t worry, you can learn to spot them like a pro. Let’s dive into how!
Have you ever watched a video and thought, “Something about this seems off”? In today’s digital world, that gut feeling might be right. Deepfakes—those eerily realistic but fake videos or audio clips—are becoming more common. But don’t worry, you can learn to spot them like a pro.
Let’s dive into how!
First, let’s break down what we’re talking about.
Deepfakes are created using artificial intelligence to superimpose someone’s face, voice or behaviour onto another person’s body or audio.
The results can be incredibly realistic. But with a few tips, you can learn to detect them.
Deepfakes can be used for harmless fun.
BUT they can also spread misinformation, damage reputations, or worse.
Knowing how to identify them can protect you from falling for fake news or malicious scams.
One of the first places to look when spotting a deepfake is the eyes.
Humans blink naturally, but deepfakes often miss this subtle detail. If someone in the video isn’t blinking enough or their blinks look unnatural, that’s a red flag.
Source: Coalition Gaming YouTube Channel,
AI deepfake eye contact
Source: Scip AG YouTube Channel,
Deepfake Analysis - Lighting: Same Lighting and Background
Lighting is tricky in deepfake videos.
Natural light sources cause shadows and highlights that are hard to replicate perfectly. Look for inconsistencies in lighting on the face compared to the background. If something doesn’t match, you might be looking at a deepfake.
Facial expressions are complex and unique to each person.Deepfake technology often struggles to get this right. If the facial expressions seem off or don’t match the tone of the speech, trust your instincts.
Watch the person’s mouth closely. Deepfake technology isn’t perfect at matching lip movements with speech.
If the words don’t sync up perfectly with the lip movements, it’s a good sign the video might be fake.
Source: K-Tec YouTube Channel
Drake "Knife Talk" Lip Sync
Source: Local 4 NEWS YouTube Channel
AI voice cloning making deepfake videos more believable
Deepfakes can also manipulate voices. Listen carefully for unnatural pauses, robotic tones, or inconsistent pitch. If something about the voice seems artificial, it could be a deepfake.
You don’t have to do it all alone. pi-labs has designed Authentify to help detect deepfakes. Authentify can analyze videos and audios for signs of manipulation.
pi-labs offers Authentify is a state-of-the-art
AI deepfake detection engine.
Deepfake technology is constantly evolving. Stay informed about the latest advancements in AI and deepfake detection techniques. Follow our blogs and our deepfake experts to keep your skills sharp.
This might be the most important tip. Always approach online content with a healthy dose of skepticism. It probably is if something seems too outrageous or good to be true. Verify from multiple sources before believing or sharing anything.
Share your knowledge! The more people who know how to spot deepfakes, the harder it becomes for misinformation to spread. Talk to your friends, family, and colleagues about your learning.
At pi-labs, we are at the forefront of combating digital threats like deepfakes. Our innovative Authentify platform offers advanced solutions for verifying digital content and ensuring data integrity. We collaborate with governments and enterprises to enhance security measures and safeguard against the malicious use of deepfake technology.
Whether you’re a government agency needing robust security protocols or an enterprise looking to protect your brand and customers, pi-labs can help. Are you still confused about a video being deepfake? Share it with us, and we will send you a detailed report using our AI++ tool.
Contact us today for a demo.
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