In today's rapidly evolving digital era, artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology have become integral to our lives. This advancement offers numerous benefits in various fields, including art, education, and communication. However, it also poses significant threats to diversity and interfaith tolerance. The ability to manipulate information and create false realities through AI and deepfakes can deepen religious polarization, spark conflicts, and exacerbate social tensions.
Deepfake is an AI-based technology that enables the convincing manipulation of video and audio, allowing someone to appear or be heard doing or saying something that never actually occurred. In the context of religion, the impact can be highly destructive. For example, imagine a video that shows a religious leader making a provocative or intolerant statement when, in reality, the video is entirely fabricated.
Individuals with limited digital awareness can easily be misled and may mistakenly believe that a public figure made a statement, which can lead to heightened tensions between religious communities. Beyond deepfakes, AI contributes to an increasingly polarized digital landscape. Social media algorithms are designed to boost user engagement by delivering content that matches users' preferences and beliefs.
Users often encounter viewpoints that simply reinforce their existing beliefs, limiting their exposure to broader perspectives. This phenomenon is referred to as a digital "echo chamber," where narratives promoting religious intolerance and exclusivity are amplified, leaving little space for healthy dialogue. Continue reading “Deepfake, AI, dan Polarisasi Agama: Ancaman Baru bagi Toleransi?”
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