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Artificial Sun- South Korean Scientists Achieve 100 million degrees Celsius in a Nuclear Fusion Experiment : 5 April 2024

About Shallow Fakes:

  • They are morphed images and videos created without AI technology.

Difference between shallow and deepfake: 

Criteria

Deepfake

Shallow Fake

Complexity 

Utilizes advanced AI technology.

Created using basic editing software.

Realism

Highly realistic and difficult to detect.

Less realistic and easier to identify.

Manipulation 

Alters facial features, voice and actions in videos. 

Usually involves simple modifications like speed changes or cropping.

Intent 

Often used for malicious purposes such as spreading misinformation. 

Typically used for entertainment. 

Detection

Challenging to detect without specialized software.

Can be identified through visual cues or inconsistencies. 

 

Why in news?

Shallow fakes are increasingly used during mega-political events.