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Perhaps the most alarming insight came from candid conversations with Singaporean politicians and everyday citizens. Many individuals acknowledged they could not reliably distinguish deep fakes from real videos, especially when presented with highly realistic media. Some participants admitted that even experts find it tough to identify fakes without technological aid.
One politician expressed concern about the dangers of misrepresentation, especially during elections, where false videos could alter perceptions and impact outcomes. Others demonstrated that people often rely on superficial cues like facial expressions or background inconsistencies, which are increasingly manipulated by AI.