NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday expressed concern over the growing misuse of artificial intelligence, revealing that she has come across several deepfake videos of herself circulating online. She warned that while AI offers immense opportunities, it also carries serious risks of deception and fraud. Speaking at the Global Fintech Fest 2025, Sitharaman said, “Focused approach across the AI stack can make India the AI torchbearer across the globe south. So as this new wave gathers momentum, fintech innovators, investors and regulators all have a shared responsibility to build systems that are not only innovative but also resilient, secure and inclusive. Undoubtedly, artificial intelligence is transforming finance, transforming governance and also everyday lif
‘Several fake videos of mine’: Nirmala Sitharaman flags deepfake threat; warns of AI’s darker side

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