How to Spot a Russian Deepfake | Bloomberg Investigates

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Russia-based groups have been found to be spreading disinformation for decades. Now a new group is capitalizing on artificial intelligence to more effectively sow doubt and chaos. Bloomberg has documented more than 190 fabricated narratives from the group, called Storm-1516. Amplified by a global network of influencers, it has targeted Ukraine as part of the Kremlin’s 12-year war on that nation, as well as elections in other democratic countries. We reveal how it works: the fake whistleblowers, actors and AI-generated faces planted on real people, and trace how a video manufactured in Russia can reach millions of people all over the world. The Most Potent Weapon in Russia’s Disinformation War: https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2026-russia-disinformation-storm-1516-videos/ Storm-1516 uses fabricated videos, phony websites and anonymous influencers to spread tales about election fraud, corruption and sexual abuse. 00:00 The allegation 02:22 Spotting a deepfake 03:58 Storm-1516 06:30 Narrative laundering 07:44 Storm-1516’s targets 10:30 The campaign against Robert Habeck 12:02 Shredded ballots 13:36 Moderation and regulation 14:30 They’re just getting started Watch more episodes of Bloomberg Investigates: https://www.youtube.com/show/VLPLqq4LnWs3olVK53n-XDSRF10i6THmbCEx?sbp=QAE%3D Bloomberg Investigates is an award-winning series that sets out to uncover the truth behind some of the most powerful stories from around the world. #Russia #Deepfakes #Documentary -------- Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for just $1.99 your first month: https://www.bloomberg.com/subscriptions?in_source=YoutubeOriginals Bloomberg Originals offers bold takes for curious minds on today’s biggest topics. Hosted by experts covering stories you haven’t seen and viewpoints you haven’t heard, you’ll discover cinematic, data-led shows that investigate the intersection of business and culture. Exploring every angle of climate change, technology, finan