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RBI warned public versus “deepfake” video clips of the guv being distributed on social media sites
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das (File image)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday alerted the general public concerning “deepfake” videos being circulated on social media that falsely depict Governor Shaktikanta Das endorsing or launching investment schemes.
Deepfake Videos of RBI Officials Target Public Trust
In an official statement, the RBI highlighted that these technologically altered videos feature top management, including the Governor, providing financial advice. The videos falsely claim that the central bank supports or endorses certain investment schemes.
RBI Denies Endorsement of Investment Schemes
The statement clarified:
“It has come to the notice of Reserve Bank of India that fake videos of the Governor are being circulated on social media that claim launch of or support to some investment schemes by the RBI.”
The RBI stressed that its authorities do not sustain or join any kind of such tasks. Furthermore, the reserve bank does not use monetary investment suggestions.
Public Advisory to Avoid Scams
The RBI prompted the general public to stay watchful and prevent involving with these deceitful video clips. It discouraged dropping target to such systems that abuse progressed technical devices like deepfakes to misinform and rip off.
What is a Deepfake?
A deepfake is a sort of artificial media produced utilizing expert system (AI) and artificial intelligence methods, particularly deep understanding formulas, to control sound, video clip, or photos. The term is a mix of “deep understanding” and “fake”
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