AI 'deep fake' software that can be used to make bogus news videos gets UK government funding

AI'deep fake' software that can be used to make bogus videos that'threaten democracy' is being funded by a UK government research body. The AI technology - which has been described as a'propaganda weapon' - can mimic facial expressions and make it look like someone is saying something they're not. People are concerned it could be used to create fake news clips that falsely put words into the mouths of politicians or other powerful figures. The British firm developing this technology received £70,000 ($90,000) from a government-funded organisation this year, a new report has revealed. The AI technology (stock image) - which has been described as a'propaganda weapon - can mimic facial expressions and make it look like someone is saying something they're not Damian Collins, who chairs a UK select committee on fake news said deep fakes were'one of the most serious threats that democracy faces'.