Angry Ginge Fights Deepfakes, Urges Stricter Social Media Rules

0:00On March 27th, content creator Angry Ginge, a 24-year-old from Solford, is pushing for stricter social media rules for kids after falling. Victim to a Deep Fake AI video last year. He wants no TikTok access for anyone under 14, and no ex for those under 16, arguing the platforms are flooded with harmful fake content. Earlier this week, he starred in a charity video aimed at primary schools, teaching children how to spot AI-generated misinformation. While he sees potential in AI when used right, he warns it's getting harder to tell real from fake as the tech improves. British kids today often turn to influencers like him for news over traditional sources. UVCOM research shows 57% of 12% to 15-year-olds get their updates from social media second only to family chats, which raises big concerns about spreading false info. Ginge, who grew up on a council estate and now has millions of followers on Twitch

1:00and YouTube, blames platforms like X for being overrun with junk. He's teamed up with the Internet Matters charity to create educational films on spotting manipulated videos in chats and games. Parents, he says, should bet the creators their kids follow and double check before sharing anything on mine. With creators holding so much sway, it's on everyone to fight back against these growing deep fake threats.