The Federal Government has announced that anyone creating or sharing deepfakes and inciting online content will be tracked, investigated, and prosecuted under cybercrime laws. In a public service announcement issued Thursday by the Office of Digital Engagement & Strategy, the Presidency noted a rising trend of digitally altered videos and audios on social media and messaging apps designed to weaponize religion and manipulate public opinion. It n…
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