GMA, nagbabala ukol sa fake video na ginagamit boses at mukha ni Vicky Morales

- GMA News warned the public about the spread of fake AI-generated videos using anchor Vicky Morales’ face and voice

- The deepf@ke videos mimic Vicky delivering false content, raising concerns about misinformation and reputational damage

- Netizens expressed alarm, citing frequent encounters with similar videos targeting political figures and newscasters on platforms like TikTok

- Calls for stricter action and regulation were made, urging authorities and platforms to hold creators of such misleading content accountable

GMA News has issued a public warning regarding the alarming spread of fake videos using artificial intelligence to manipulate the face and voice of veteran news anchor Vicky Morales.

The network emphasized that these AI-generated clips are being used to spread misinformation and urged viewers to remain vigilant.

The deepf@ke videos, which have been circulating on various platforms, particularly on TikTok, mimic Vicky delivering content she never reported.

The concern lies in the deceptive nature of the footage, which may mislead the public and tarnish reputations.

Netizens were quick to react, with some sharing their own encounters with similar videos online.

One user commented, "Sa totoo lang lagi rin ako nakakapanuod ng fake o AI videos tapos paninira kay Marcos ang laman o pinapaganda ang image ng mga Duterte… usually mga pulitiko o newscasters ung nagsasalita at nasa videos… at take note andaming naniniwala."

Another concerned viewer urged authorities to take action.

"Dami ganyan sa TikTok hayyy hinahayaan niyo kasi kaya marami pa rin gumagawa ng mga fake. Kung kumilos sana kayo at umaksyon sa mga ganyan para umayos sila kaso walang nangyayari. Bigyan niyo dapat ng leksyon mga yan. Kumilos kayo."

The incident highlights the growing threat posed by AI-driven misinformation and the urgent need for regulation, digital literacy, and stronger platform enforcement to protect both public figures and the integrity of information online.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh