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Deepfake glitch unmasks digital certificate fraudster

A suspected fraudster attempting to impersonate a company executive was unmasked when the deepfake technology used in a video call momentarily malfunctioned. The glitch in the face-swapping software provided Spanish law enforcement with a crucial clue, leading to the identification of the individual behind the digital certificate fraud attempt. AI

IMPACT Demonstrates how AI-driven security vulnerabilities can be exploited, highlighting the need for more robust detection and verification methods.

RANK_REASON The article discusses a specific application of AI technology (deepfake) in a security context, but it is not a core AI release, significant industry move, or academic research.

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Deepfake glitch unmasks digital certificate fraudster

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    Deepfake hiccup unmasks suspected digital certificate fraudster

    Face-swap software blinked for 'barely a second,' giving Spanish cops the break they needed