In recent years, we witnessed a curious phenomenon—digital humans and deepfakes—that appeared at the intersection of artificial intelligence and media technology. China, known for its technological advances, was one of the first countries to adopt and nurture the development and deployment of these technologies. In the example of China, we can see what potential these technologies can bring and what ethical considerations they may raise. First of all, let’s find out what digital humans are.
News Anchors Recently, Chinese media has introduced who would engage with viewers and answer questions during important social events, particularly, the “Two Sessions”—the Chinese government's annual plenary sessions held every March in Beijing. AI news anchors These digital news anchors are able to provide real-time responses and engage with the audience.