The arrival of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, an American football club, has generated great enthusiasm among fans around the world. But recently, a video went viral on social media, showing the Argentine footballer speaking English fluently. However, it turns out that this video was generated by artificial intelligence.
The author of this video is Javi Fernandez, an Argentinian animator known for his playful creations on social networks, particularly on Instagram. It uses an online tool called HeyGen, which can translate the native language of a person filming themselves on video into different languages, including English.
This video is not an isolated case. Indeed, deepfakes, that is to say the manipulation of images and videos using artificial intelligence, are increasingly common. Recently, a deepfake of Kylian Mbappé also made headlines.
It is therefore important to be vigilant and check the source of the videos or images that we see circulating on social networks. There are tools and techniques to detect graphic manipulation, and it is essential to use them in order not to be fooled.
In conclusion, artificial intelligence technology makes it possible to create increasingly stunning visual content, but it can also be used maliciously. It is therefore essential to be aware of these manipulations and to take the time to verify the veracity of the information found online.