Implications of deepfake technology for journalistic practice: A technology at the crossroads of challenges and opportunities
Journalism: Theory, Practice & Criticism
Published online on January 22, 2026
Abstract
Journalism, Ahead of Print.
This study applies a practice theory lens to explore how deepfake technology impacts journalism. Based on an interview study of journalists and media and journalism experts (n= 20), we find that on a micro-level, the emergent deepfake technology impacts ...
This study applies a practice theory lens to explore how deepfake technology impacts journalism. Based on an interview study of journalists and media and journalism experts (n= 20), we find that on a micro-level, the emergent deepfake technology impacts ...