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- 1Deepfakes distorting the Victorian election, researchers find▼Deepfakes are distorting this year’s Victorian election. We found out who’s most susceptible to them
Researchers writing in The Conversation say deepfake content is distorting this year's Victorian state election in Australia. Their analysis identifies which groups of voters are most susceptible to manipulated audio and video, warning that synthetic media could influence how people judge candidates and parties ahead of polling day.
- 2One Nation accused of 'cash grab' over Victorian candidate fees▼‘Cash grab’: One Nation demands up to $630,000 from Victorian election candidates
One Nation is demanding up to $630,000 from candidates seeking to run for the party at the Victorian election, a figure critics have labelled a 'cash grab'. The Guardian reported the story, drawing attention to the sums prospective candidates are being asked to pay. The demand has sparked debate about how minor parties finance their election campaigns and whether charging would-be candidates is fair.