<2> AI Deepfakes: A Train Wreck and Samsung’s Selling Tickets
<3> The Dark Side of Technology
In a world where technology is rapidly advancing, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish between reality and fiction. The rise of AI deepfakes has brought about a new era of digital manipulation, where anyone can create convincing fake videos and audio recordings. And Samsung, the world’s second-largest smartphone manufacturer, is at the forefront of this trend.
<4> A Conversation with Samsung Executives
On Thursday morning, I attended a Q&A panel with four top Samsung smartphone executives. The event was held at a luxurious hotel in tech-hub Seoul, and the atmosphere was tense. I had been invited to ask questions, and I was determined to get to the bottom of the issue.
<5> The Question
I started by asking the executives: “We see a divide in society between people who are concerned about the potential misuse of AI deepfakes and those who are more relaxed about it. Where does Samsung stand on this issue?”
<6> The Response
The executive who handed me the microphone first was a seasoned veteran of the industry. He smiled and began to speak in a measured tone: “At Samsung, we believe that AI