Trend cluster
Category

Deepfake
Production

"Deepfake" technology is used for a range of causes.

Machine Learning Music VideosAwareness-Raising Deepfake VideosAI-Powered Malaria CampaignsAI-Generated Celebrity VoicesDeepfake Art Video Installations

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 together
01

Creative Deepfake Content

Brands and artists are utilizing deepfake technology to create entertaining and informative content that engages audiences in new ways.

02

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.

03

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 playbook
For

Advertising

Deepfake technology offers new and innovative ways to create engaging advertising content that captures audiences' attention and engages with their perceptions of reality.

For

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.

For

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%.

Popularity52%
Activity17%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Africa

Evidence

Examples of the Deepfake Production trend

6 featured examples from Oct 13, 2018 to May 20, 2019