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Deepfake
Production
"Deepfake" technology is used for a range of causes.
Trend
What is the Deepfake Production trend?
Deepfake Production: "Deepfake" technology, a machine-learning technique that superimposes smart technology to people's images to create highly realistic–but fake–videos, is being used to produce content by brands as well as those aiming to bring awareness to its potential, realities, and dangers. With fear growing about how this technology will continue to impact social and political issues online, exposing these potentials incites consumers to be more critical of what they see online.
Insight – As consumers become more concerned about how to discern what's real and what's fake online, creative endeavors that educate instead of sensationalizing are allowing them to be more informed and empowered in how they engage with content. In an era where digital exploitation, "fake news" and misinformation are already rampant, deepfake techniques have the potential to accelerate these issues. However, with brands creating more constructive campaigns, it's clear that the technology can also have an impact in industries related to everything from marketing to art.
Trend themes
Themes within the Deepfake Production trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherCreative Deepfake Content
Brands and artists are utilizing deepfake technology to create entertaining and informative content that engages audiences in new ways.
AI as a Special Effects Tool
The machine learning capabilities of deepfake technology is making it easier for filmmakers and creatives to incorporate convincing special effects into their work.
AI-Powered Campaigns
Brands and organizations are utilizing deepfake technology as part of their campaigns to raise awareness and encourage support from audiences.
Industry implications
What the Deepfake Production trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookAdvertising
Deepfake technology offers new and innovative ways to create engaging advertising content that captures audiences' attention and engages with their perceptions of reality.
Film and Television
The machine learning capabilities of deepfake technology enables filmmakers and special effects artists to create highly realistic and convincing characters and scenes.
Politics and Social Activism
AI-powered campaigns and deepfake technology offer new and powerful ways to raise awareness and encourage action around important social and political issues.
Workshop question
How could your company ensure that it's leaving a positive and accurate brand imprint online?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Deepfake Production
Trend score 2.6 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 17%, freshness 8%.
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Evidence
Examples of the Deepfake Production trend
6 featured examples from Oct 13, 2018 to May 20, 2019Machine Learning Music Videos
The New Charli XCX Music Video Utilizes Deepfake Technology
Deepfake technology in music videos presents disruptive innovation opportunities for musicians and filmmakers to create captivating visual content.
Awareness-Raising Deepfake Videos
Key & Peele Launches a Obama Deepfake Video to Warn Users
Exploring the use of deepfake technology in creating engaging and thought-provoking content.
AI-Powered Malaria Campaigns
'Malaria Must Die' Stars David Beckham "Speaking" Nine Languages
The advertising industry can leverage voice-activated campaigns to create engaging and interactive advertisements.
AI-Generated Celebrity Voices
DESSA's Joe Rogan AI Voice is Extremely Accurate
The field of artificial intelligence is poised to benefit from the advancements in AI-generated voices, offering new possibilities for applications and services.
Deepfake Art Video Installations
Gillian Wearing's Has a Piece That Doubles as Art & Advertising
The use of deepfake technology in art installations presents a disruptive opportunity for the art industry to adopt more innovative and cutting-edge approaches.
Deepfake Dalí Video Experience
The Dalí Museum Uses AI Tech to Bring the Surrealist Back to Life
The immersive Dalí video experience presents an opportunity for businesses in the museum and exhibit technology industry to explore new ways of engaging visitors through AI and de…