When The Darkness of Deepfake Descends, Will The Media Shed Light On The Facts?
In universal law, if a crime is “committed through the press,” the penalty is more severe. The reason is that the public responsibilities that journalism bears may be greater than the privileges it enjoys. With its reach, sphere of influence, and power in the level of perception, media outlets have certain responsibilities towards the public. When someone lies, he or she deceives only the person they speak to; however, the consequences of false news on the media have far-reaching implications. Disinformation could ruin a country’s economic or political future. The media is always in deep waters because of the lies that exist throughout the world. Trust is always an issue among the readers, viewers, and audiences, even in the most …