AI-generated deepfake video of Cyprus President Niko Christodoulides circulates online
A deepfake video circulated online showing Cyprus President Niko Christodoulides in a fabricated conversation with a journalist. The government confirmed the video was AI-generated and false, stating it does not correspond to any real event.
What happened
A deepfake video circulating online depicted Cyprus President Niko Christodoulides in a false conversation with a journalist.
The video was created using artificial intelligence and does not correspond to any real conversation or event, according to government spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis.
Reported impact
The government stated it is monitoring the matter, in contact with relevant authorities, and will take necessary action.
Governance controls
The government spokesperson called for cultivating a culture of additional critical thinking and responsible conduct towards information that is received and reproduced.
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