Real-time Audio Deepfakes Have Arrived

A cybersecurity firm has successfully developed convincing real-time audio deepfakes, marking a significant advancement in synthetic media technology. This breakthrough allows for the creation of authentic-sounding voices on the fly, raising new implications for digital security and authenticity.

By Matthew S. Smith 21 October 2025 | 3 min read

Matthew S. Smith is a contributing editor for IEEE Spectrum and the former lead reviews editor at Digital Trends.

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