AI 'Reskins': The New Threat to Human Content

From shadowboxing Parisians to chihuahuas fronting rap videos, generative AI is rapidly transforming online content. In this BBC News segment, Matt and Marianna explain how new software allows users to 'reskin' video content, making anyone say or do anything. They discuss the shift from realism to absurdism online, the existential threat to intellectual property ownership, and why independent creators are most vulnerable. The conversation highlights the ethical and legal challenges posed by this technology. To hear the full episode, tune in for an in-depth exploration of how AI 'reskins' are stealing human content and what it means for the future of digital media.