RBI cautions public about ‘deepfake’ video of governor Shaktikanta Das being circulated on social media

MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank has cautioned the public against “deepfake” videos of the the governor Shaktikanta Das being circulated on some social media platforms that claim that the central bank has launched or support some investment schemes.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the central bank cautioned the public on such ‘deepfake videos of top RBI management’, including the governor, being circulated over social media giving financial advice.