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AI in Marketing
Synthetic Media
Any image, video, audio, or text generated or substantially altered by AI, from harmless product shots to deceptive deepfakes.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Synthetic media is any image, video, audio, or text generated or substantially altered by AI. It ranges from harmless uses, such as product shots and voiceovers, to deceptive deepfakes impersonating real people. Brands using synthetic media increasingly face disclosure expectations and must manage the risk of misleading audiences or infringing rights.