A Cannock councillor has hit out at vile deepfake abuse targeting her online. Jill Salt says she's been subjected to sexualised and misogynistic posts on social media, including deepfake videos designed to humiliate her. The targeted campaign has left the councillor branding herself "sickened" by the ordeal.
Deepfake videos use artificial intelligence to create fake footage, often used to manipulate or embarrass individuals. The technology has become an increasingly common weapon in online harassment campaigns targeting public figures and women in particular.