Visual Proof Redux: Deepfakes and Visual Acceptance
Better Start Thinking
Synopsis:
As fabrication of the visual reality around us becomes easier, and the technological arms-race reaches ever more advanced heights, where does the responsibility lie for establishing truth?
Some claim that the burden is on the content creators -- but this is difficult to enforce. Some claim that is it on the content distributors -- but this is difficult to implement and maintain as technology moves forward. Some claim that it is on the individual who consumes the media -- but this requires patience and understanding on the part of every individual in a society in order to succeed.
Perhaps a combination of approaches is possible. In any case, this fascinating technological aspect must not simply be shuttered, a response which is practically implausible, and which may have extreme negative ramifications if ignored. But if a quality cultural discussion can be started and maintained, then we may stand a chance of staying ahead of the curve, and putting such technology to use for good, rather than ill.
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