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zortlord t1_jb9vqmd wrote

Reply to comment by czl in A group of researchers has achieved a breakthrough in secure communications by developing an algorithm that conceals sensitive information so effectively that it is impossible to detect that anything has been hidden by thebelsnickle1991

>It is foolish to leave unaltered originals available if you are using stenography thus the comparison test you refer to can not be done in practice.

This is just steganography using media files.

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Frequent_Neck7680 t1_jb9ruvf wrote

Reply to A group of researchers has achieved a breakthrough in secure communications by developing an algorithm that conceals sensitive information so effectively that it is impossible to detect that anything has been hidden by thebelsnickle1991

I like the steganography code where Damp Panties and Ken Fuckallnight are flirting with each other in the “Husband Home Alone” aol chat room while exchanging coded messages. Sometimes my life feels like I am being used as a steganographic element in a data stream between two aliens. Explains a lot.

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pocketdare t1_jb9rnw1 wrote

Reply to U.S. Special Forces Want to Use Deepfakes for Psy-ops by rherbom2k

I'm not sure why this would surprise anyone. There is no technology that any country's military or politicians would not consider weaponizing. It's just the way of the world - nations cannot afford to ignore technology that their competitors may be utilizing at their expense. Unless doing so is expressly covered in a treaty (e.g. chemical weapons)- and even then several nations will very likely still pursue it covertly.

This also by no means conflicts with an interest in developing the ability to counter the technology. Most nations will want to do both to enhance their own offensive capabilities while playing defense against others.

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SarahMagical t1_jb9ozpy wrote

Reply to U.S. Special Forces Want to Use Deepfakes for Psy-ops by rherbom2k

It’s going to be hard enough for technologically advanced cultures to adapt to a world with AI and deepfakes etc. Imagine how much harder it will be for some “developing” cultures around the world.

I keep thinking of boomers’ stereotypical ineptitude with basic technology that younger generations take for granted, and remote first-contact tribes that think taking a picture will steal their soul, and even object permanence issues in small children.

The brave new world is/will be such a massive paradigm shift for so many people. The struggle will be real.

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FuturologyBot t1_jb9o1sz wrote

Reply to U.S. Special Forces Want to Use Deepfakes for Psy-ops by rherbom2k

The following submission statement was provided by /u/rherbom2k:

The government wants to use deepfakes offensively despite claiming to develop tools to counter them. This can undermine trust in all content and erode democracy. As technology advances, people will continue to use it maliciously. The impact of deepfakes can be disastrous, causing society to lose trust in institutions and government. The future looks bleak as we must create ethical guidelines and educate the public to counter disinformation and promote transparency.

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FuturologyBot t1_jb9laed wrote

Reply to A group of researchers has achieved a breakthrough in secure communications by developing an algorithm that conceals sensitive information so effectively that it is impossible to detect that anything has been hidden by thebelsnickle1991

The following submission statement was provided by /u/thebelsnickle1991:

A breakthrough algorithm conceals sensitive information so effectively that it is impossible to detect that anything has been hidden, researchers said on Tuesday.

The system — which uses steganography instead of cryptology — is so secure it could allow vulnerable groups such as dissidents to communicate more safely with the outside world, they said.

It could also allow investigative journalists and humanitarian aid workers to communicate easier in some countries.

The algorithm may soon be used widely for digital communications, including social media and private messaging, the team led by the University of Oxford said.

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