University of Otago warns of deepfake video featuring professor

1NewsStuffThursday 7 November 2024 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The University of Otago has issued a warning regarding a deepfake video using the likeness of Professor Sir Jim Mann. The footage, which mimics a news clip, falsely encourages people with type 2 diabetes to stop taking Metformin in favour of alternative products.

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First reported by 1News, Thu 7 Nov 2024, 10:44am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
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