Ep 70: Audio deepfakes in public safety

In this episode, we explore the transformative - and potentially disruptive - impact of audio deepfake technology in public safety. 

We're joined by Dr. Salma Ait Farès, Technical Research Chair at InterTalk, and James Birchall, Director of Technology at InterTalk.

Key Topics Covered

• Understanding Deepfake Technology: We talk about what deepfake technology is, and provide demonstrations of deepfake audio examples that showcase the emotional realism AI can generate.
• Implications for Public Safety: Exploring the potential risks deepfake technology poses to emergency services, including false reports, swatting incidents, and the challenges of detecting synthetic audio without visual cues.
• Ethical and Beneficial Uses: Highlighting positive applications of audio synthesis, such as enhancing accessibility, real-time language translation, and improving dispatcher training in high-stress environments.

Resources & Links

• Learn more about InterTalk: https://intertalksystems.com/
• Register for IWCE 2025 to attend Dr. Farès’ panel discussion: Smart Control Rooms: Detecting Deepfakes and Emotions with AI
• Participate in the 2025 Emerging Critical Technology Survey for critical communications: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8110325/3609a0d72b8d

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