The family of Robin Williams has reactivated his Instagram profile as a defense against AI deepfakes
The family of Robin Williams has reactivated his Instagram profile, inactive since his death in 2014, to use it to combat the spread of AI-generated deepfakes of his voice and likeness and replace them with authentic content.
The case is a reminder that AI-generated content featuring the likeness or voice of public figures (including those who have died) can circulate without the family's consent and should be approached critically, with authentic sources checked.