May, 2026
We enhanced the DAU platform so that a limited preview of the entire dataset can be available to anyone who signs up on the platform. The entire dataset is then available for download by requesting access to it and undergoing a vetting process by the DAU.
May, 2026
Deepfakes Analysis Unit is a collaboration with Trusted Information Alliance (TIA), where citizens can share video and audio through a WhatsApp chatbot and receive information about AI manipulations.The data collected over the last two years is now publicly accessible through the DAU verification platform.
December, 2024
Three new languages have been added to the DAU tipline, which now supports English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi and Bengali.
March, 2024
Collaborating with the Misinformation Combat Alliance, we're addressing the issue of manipulated media through a WhatsApp tipline (Deepfakes Analysis Unit) for querying media manipulation levels, providing assessment reports for each item. Our focus is on the collaborative platform powering the Deepfakes Analysis Unit, facilitating collective assessment among experts
June, 2023
The chapter written by Denny, Tarunima and Aditya speaks about the unique technical and social affordances of Mobile Instant Messaging Services (like WhatsApp) which, if accounted for, can result in a more productive agenda for protecting Indian citizens on these platforms