Deepfake News as Artificial Intelligence-Based Disinformation in Kompas.com

Abstract

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly transformed digital communication while simultaneously introducing new challenges through the spread of AI-based misinformation, including deepfakes, voice cloning, and digitally manipulated content. This study aims to analyze how Indonesian online media frame the phenomenon of AI-generated misinformation and examine their role in raising public awareness of its associated risks. The study employs a qualitative approach using a library research method by collecting and analyzing relevant scholarly articles, books, government reports, and publications related to Artificial Intelligence, digital misinformation, online media, and digital literacy. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis to identify patterns, themes, and perspectives presented in the selected literature. The findings indicate that online media predominantly frame the misuse of AI as a serious threat to information security, personal privacy, and public trust. Media coverage extensively highlights cases involving deepfakes, AI-assisted digital fraud, and gender-based digital violence resulting from manipulated content. Beyond their informative function, online media also serve as public educators by promoting digital literacy, information verification, and public awareness regarding the risks associated with AI misuse. This study emphasizes the importance of collaboration among government institutions, media organizations, academics, technology companies, and society in establishing ethical, secure, transparent, and accountable AI governance to safeguard the integrity of information in the digital era.