The term "fotos fakes" on platforms like Poringa refers to the creation and distribution of manipulated imagery. This has evolved from simple "shallowfakes" to sophisticated AI-generated content.
Deepfakes are now used professionally in films for de-aging actors or dubbing voices into different languages.
The consequences of fake entertainment content can be serious. Not only can it damage the reputations of celebrities and other public figures, but it can also erode trust in the media.
Born as a spin-off of the massive social networking site Taringa!, Poringa carved out a niche as a hub for adult-oriented content, memes, and community-driven discussions. Unlike mainstream platforms, its "intelligence collective" (inteligencia colectiva) model allowed users to curate and rank content, making it a powerful barometer for what was trending in regional pop culture.
: Modern "fakes" use AI to generate highly realistic, non-consensual imagery. Studies show that up to 96% of deepfake images online are pornographic, often targeting well-known figures.
Social media platforms play a significant role in the spread of fake entertainment content, including pornografia. While platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook have implemented policies to combat fake content, they often struggle to keep pace with the sheer volume of user-generated content.