Celebrities including Piers Morgan, Nigella Lawson and Oprah Winfrey condemned AI deepfake adverts used to promote US influencer Wesley 'Billion Dollar' Virgin's 'Genie Script' self-help course. YouTube removed the adverts for violating its manipulated media policies, while a deepfake of Oprah Winfrey was found on Meta's platforms.
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The adverts showcased Virgin’s “Genie Script,” a key component of his “manifestation” course, which is marketed for US$37 (£29) and claims to unlock life-changing benefits.
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YouTube has since removed the adverts for violating its policies on manipulated media.
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a deepfake video featuring Oprah Winfrey endorsing the Genie Script was discovered on the Meta platforms Facebook and Instagram.
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