Deepfaked Delusions: Oprah and Nigella in Influencer Ads
1 min readOprah and Nigella deepfaked in influencer 'manifestation' ads
In a new trend sweeping the internet, deepfake technology is being used to create fake videos featuring celebrities like...
Oprah and Nigella deepfaked in influencer ‘manifestation’ ads
In a new trend sweeping the internet, deepfake technology is being used to create fake videos featuring celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Nigella Lawson promoting ‘manifestation’ products and services.
These deepfake videos, which are often indistinguishable from the real thing, are being used by influencers and marketers to sell everything from books to online courses promising to help people achieve their dreams through the power of positive thinking.
However, many people are concerned about the ethical implications of using deepfake technology in this way, particularly when it comes to misleading consumers and exploiting the trust that fans have in these celebrities.
As the use of deepfake technology becomes more widespread, it raises important questions about the future of authenticity and trust in the digital age.