How Do Deepfakes Work and Who Is Using Them?

Artificial intelligence and machine learning can do wonders, from making art to automating admin jobs. But they're also a risk as they can empower bad actors with tricks like deepfake. As this particular technology evolves, it's a good idea to learn how deepfakes actually work and who would even want to use them--both legitimately and illegally. Mainstream applications of deepfake technology mainly revolve around funny, pornographic, or cinematic materials, but a study proved that deepfakes can fool facial recognition. This alone is a reason to worry and put your guard up.