The Fake Line: India's Bid to Rein In Deepfakes Amid Rising Fears of Manipulation The recent spate of deepfake videos targeting Indian military personnel has highlighted a pressing concern: the vulnerability of a country already rife with misinformation and online scams.
This trend is particularly concerning, as it exploits the trust we place in visual media.
A convincing AI generated video can spread panic, confusion, and even sow discord on a national scale – as seen during India's conflict with Pakistan last year.