manipulated footage
[məˈnɪpjuleɪtɪd ˈfʊtɪdʒ]
noun phrasepl: manipulated footages
vídeo manipulado
1. Video or film content that has been deliberately altered, edited, or falsified to misrepresent reality, create false impressions, or spread misinformation
The manipulated footage was shared widely on social media before being debunked by fact-checkers.
O vídeo manipulado foi compartilhado amplamente nas redes sociais antes de ser desmentido pelos verificadores de fatos.
2. Visual content that has been technically altered through deepfakes, selective editing, or digital manipulation
Authorities warned citizens about manipulated footage circulating online that falsely depicted the incident.
As autoridades alertaram os cidadãos sobre vídeos manipulados em circulação online que falsamente retratavam o incidente.
In Brazil and globally, 'manipulated footage' has become increasingly significant in discussions about misinformation, particularly on social media platforms like WhatsApp, TikTok, and Facebook. The term gained prominence during political campaigns and public health crises. Digital literacy campaigns in Brazil emphasize the importance of identifying manipulated footage before sharing. In the USA and English-speaking contexts, 'deepfake' is often used more specifically for AI-generated manipulations, while 'manipulated footage' remains the broader umbrella term.
NYC Slang
fake video, sus footage (suspicious)
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