The justice system increasingly relies on digital evidence to prosecute and defend cases. From CCTV and Body Worn Video, mobile phone videos and photos, social media posts, and web capture, this type of evidence can be pivotal in determining the outcome of legal proceedings. However, the rise of digital disinformation, deepfake, and shallowfake poses significant…
In this article, we look in depth at emerging technologies that can help the SIU (Special Investigation Unit) community to manage more with less and capture back some work-life balance. In today’s world, it really does seem as if the bad guys have all the best lines, as they say in the movies. They certainly…
As reported in a recent Washington Post article (AI is destabilizing ‘the concept of truth itself’ in 2024 election) we have already seen instances this year where people are dismissing media accusations by suggesting it’s fabricated. This response may not have been possible a few years ago, but now, with the power of deepfake and…
With Artificial Intelligence’s ever-increasing use and capability, the phenomenon of ‘deepfakes’ has become an increasingly prominent and, at times, controversial topic. As we enter 2024, the world grapples with the complex implications of deepfake technology and data manipulation. This article aims to shed light on deepfakes, chart their growth, explore their impact on society, and…
Barack Obama is one of the most photographed humans alive on Earth. Although this level of publicity is expected when governing the United States, this has made Obama an easy target for deepfake attacks due to the sheer amount of visual and audio data in the public domain. Starting his two-term presidency in 2008, Obama…
There is no effect without a cause, and it’s been expected that with budget cuts and staff shortages in US law enforcement, prices will be paid for those left to pick up the pieces. If you have been reading our recent articles on police overtime and staff shortages, you will know that this has become…
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