Purported AI-Generated Deepfake Images of Katy Perry at 2024 Met Gala Circulate Widely

May 6, 2024

Misleading deepfake images, purportedly generated by AI, circulated on social media, causing confusion about Katy Perry's attendance at the 2024 Met Gala. These images were so realistic that they deceived not only fans but also Perry’s mother. Upon clarification, Perry disclosed the images as fake, citing AI manipulation and her absence due to work commitments. This incident underscores the importance of governance in responsible AI practices.

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Alleged deployer: unknown
Alleged developer: unknown-deepfake-technology-developers
Alleged harmed parties: truth, katy-perry, general-public, fans-of-katy-perry

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