Principal of Pikesville High School Accused of Offensive Language on Recording Turned out to be a Deepfake, Say Authorities

The Pikesville High School Principal Eric Eiswert was accused of making racist and antisemitic comments in a viral recording. He denied it, claiming it was an AI deepfake, and an investigation by law-enforcement authorities confirmed it was fake. The recording was created by a school employee who had clashed with Eiswert over previous incidents. The employee was arrested on charges, including disturbing the operation of a school. The incident highlighted the dangers of artificial intelligence. The superintendent confirmed Eiswert’s innocence and emphasized the importance of not rushing to judgment, as new technology can blur reality.

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