UAE warns about AI deepfake risks - a reminder to stay cautious, assalamu alaikum
Assalamu alaikum - Authorities in the UAE are urging people to be careful about deepfake videos made with artificial intelligence, which can be used to deceive or commit fraud.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council highlighted that deepfake tech is progressing fast with modern AI tools, making it possible to imitate real people’s voices and appearances very convincingly. Scammers can use such fake content to trick someone into sending money, sharing sensitive information, or taking other actions that benefit the fraudster.
The public has been asked to be responsible when watching and sharing digital material, and to avoid reposting content that seems doubtful. The council recommends checking with official and trusted channels to confirm whether something attributed to public figures or national institutions is real.
Raising awareness about deepfakes is a first line of defence against online misinformation and helps protect the reputation of the country’s national symbols and institutions.
The UAE Media Council has also warned that using AI to portray public figures or national symbols without prior official approval is a legal violation, and that spreading misinformation, inciting hatred, defamation, or attacking societal values through such technologies can lead to fines and other penalties. Content creators, media entities and social platform users are reminded to follow the country's laws and their ethical responsibilities.
In short, be careful, verify from trusted sources, and don’t share suspicious clips - and may Allah keep our communities safe.
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