That Isn’t Me

In this hilarious Bitdefender-sponsored video, Linus Media Group showcases just how far AI deepfake tech has come by creating a shockingly realistic “fake Linus.” They walk you through the surprisingly easy process—training the model, wrestling with lip-sync and audio alignment—and explain why a DIY approach would’ve taken forever.

Once the prank’s revealed, Linus gets serious about the risks: if tech enthusiasts can be fooled, imagine your older relatives! He finishes with hands-on tips for spotting deepfakes before they mess with your trust (or your holiday video calls).

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