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Clinton's image. Many people really believed this video, and it's an example of how deepfake
technology can manipulate public opinion Clinton noted that technological advances can be
a threat to democracy, pointing out that technologies such as deepfakes can be exploited
to spread disinformation. In addition, in 2020, there was a case where a video was made
and distributed by distorting President Joe Biden's remarks. This video was made to express
inaccurate or extreme opinions on certain policies or social issues, which distorted his image
and message by making remarks that he did not actually make. Social conflict and division can
intensify when manipulated videos are used to support specific groups or political positions. In
addition, it becomes difficult for the public to distinguish between real and fake, which can lead
to confusion about the authenticity of the information.

A regulatory law to prevent this
The regulation law on deepfakes and fake news has received great attention around the world
in recent years, and several bills have been enacted in Korea as well. The first is the Public
Official Election Act. In December 2022, Korea's Public Official Election Act was revised to
prohibit the production, editing, distribution, screening, or posting of deepfake videos from 90
days before election day. Criminal punishment is possible for violations, which is a measure
to protect the fairness of the election. The second is the Framework Act on Cybersecurity.
This is a bill to prevent the spread of false information in cyberspace, including regulations on
deepfakes and fake news. It regulates the preemptive response to public opinion manipulation
and propaganda activities in cyberspace. In addition, it is preparing countermeasures
through international cooperation and information sharing, and seeking methods such as the
development and application of deepfake detection technology and watermarking technology.

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