Deepfake Detection: A Computer Vision Approach for Identifying

Synthetic Media

ABSTRACT

This project focuses on Deepfake Detection: A Computer Vision Approach for Identifying
Synthetic Media. deepfake videos are videos where someone's face is replaced with someone
else's using special computer programs. These fake videos are becoming a big problem, so
we need a strong way to catch them. We're proposing to use computer vision, which is a
fancy term for teaching computers to understand what they see, to help us catch deepfakes.
By training computers to recognize the patterns and tricks used in deepfake videos, we hope
to develop a reliable method for identifying them.

We're using some really advanced computer tools like TensorFlow, OpenCV, and PyTorch to
build a smart system. This system will be trained to understand the difference between real
videos and deepfake videos. We're going to teach it by showing it lots of examples of both
types of videos.

One of the techniques we'll use is called convolutional neural networks, or CNNs for short.
These are like special brains for computers that are really good at understanding images.
With the help of these networks and other clever tricks, our system will learn to look for
specific things in videos that tell us if they're real or fake.

The design of our project involves several key stages. Initially, we will gather and preprocess
a diverse dataset consisting of both genuine and deepfake videos. Subsequently, we will train
our deep learning model on this dataset, fine-tuning its parameters to optimize performance.
Following training, we will evaluate the model's efficiency using various metrics and
validation techniques.

The output of our project is to create a dependable system that can spot deepfake videos
accurately and with a lot of certainty. By adding this system to other tools and platforms that
are already in use, we hope to help fight against the spread of fake information and lies that
deepfake technology can make easier.

In conclusion, this project represents a significant step towards enhancing the integrity and
trustworthiness of digital media content. By integrating computer vision and deep learning
techniques, we want to give people the ability to tell apart real videos from fake ones. This
will help protect against the damage that can be caused by misleading content.