Political campaigner exposed to deepfake misinformation during election campaign leading to increased awareness of digital disinformation tactics

Summary

A "deepfake" lie was revealed during an election campaign, according to a report by News.com.au. The article highlights how the false information, presented as a deepfake, was used to mislead voters. The exposure of the lie occurred in the context of an ongoing political campaign. The specific location and timing of the incident were not detailed in the provided text. The consequence was increased awareness of digital misinformation tactics in electoral processes.