INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Zao went viral in China this weekend for its realistic face-swapping videos, but after controversy about its policies, WeChat restricted
replace the faces of celebrities in scenes from popular movies, shows and music videos with a selfie uploaded by the user.The app, currently
available only in China, went viral as users shared their videos through WeChat and other social media platforms in China
selfie, though it suggests that users upload photos from several angles for better results), the app has also focused more attention on
deepfake technology and how it can potentially be used to spread misinformation or harass people.Users can still upload videos they created
with Zao to WeChat, but if they try to download the app or send an invite link to another WeChat user, a message is displayed that says
iOS app in China, according to App Annie
A statement posted on Sept
user-generated content will only be used by the company to improve the app and that all deleted content will be removed from its
servers.TechCrunch has contacted Zao for comment.
