Trust No One

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Inside the World of Deepfakes

By Michael Grothaus

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Trust No One explores the unsettling world of deepfake technology, which can fabricate incredibly convincing video evidence of any scenario imaginable — from celebrities involved in scandalous acts to world leaders issuing alarming declarations. Journalist Michael Grothaus delves into this shadowy realm by interviewing creators of deepfakes, revealing the moral complexities and societal risks entwined with this cutting-edge disinformation tool. The book challenges readers to consider how deepfakes threaten our ability to trust what we see in an era rife with misinformation.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in technology, journalism, media studies, and contemporary social issues. It suits those seeking a deeper understanding of digital misinformation and the ethical questions around synthetic media. Academics, professionals in media and security sectors, and informed general readers concerned about the future of visual truth will find it particularly valuable.

From porn to politics, deepfake tech can create video evidence of anything. Seeing is believing but soon, you won't be able to trust anything you see online

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Deepfake technology can create video evidence of just about anything:

Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie in an orgy.

Chinese president Xi Jinping declaring nuclear war.

Basketball legend Michael Jordan winning the World Cup.

The only limit is the imagination.

In a time where fake news and disinformation is becoming harder and harder to identify, it is more essential than ever to understand the dark origins of deepfakes.

Journalist Michael Grothaus goes down the rabbit hole as he interviews the often morally dubious, yet incredibly skilled creators of this content. It's a journey that opens a window into the communities transforming reality.

Challenging, enlightening and terrifying, Trust No One asks the question other people are too scared to: what happens when you can no longer believe your own eyes?

'An alarming look at deepfakes' Sunday Times

Michael Grothaus takes a hard look at the growth of deep fakes, examining cases that demonstrate the threats presented by morally dubious creators. From the personal to political, the impact of deep fakes is considered carefully by Grothaus, both on the victims and on society as a whole, creating an essential picture of a growing trend in disinformation ' Eliot Higgins, founder of Bellingcat

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Trust No One has been praised for its clear and engaging explanation of the rise of deepfakes and their wide-ranging impact. The Sunday Times calls it "an alarming look at deepfakes," while the Mail on Sunday highlights its thought-provoking nature and Grothaus's interviews with morally ambiguous figures. Eliot Higgins, founder of Bellingcat, commends the book for carefully examining both personal and political consequences, making it an essential read on digital disinformation. Reaction describes it as a page-turner and a vital education on the imminent challenge deepfakes pose to society.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529348019

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Coronet Books

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 304

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Education & Reference Michael Grothaus Non-Fiction

About the Author

Michael Grothaus is a novelist and journalist. Having got his start over 20 years ago writing for Screen, his work has since appeared in Fast Company, VICE, the Guardian, Litro Magazine, The Irish Times, Quartz, and others. His debut novel Epiphany Jones, a story about the alienating aspects of the internet and sex trafficking among the Hollywood elite, was longlisted for the John Creasy New Blood Dagger Award in 2017. Trust No One is his first non-fiction book.