You made a really important point. AI laws can definitely help reduce the misuse of technologies like deepfakes, especially if they focus on transparency and accountability. Clear regulations can discourage harmful use and make developers more responsible. But like you said, laws alone won't solve everything. We also need better technology tools, public awareness, and cooperation between countries to deal with AI misuse effectively.
Interestingly, there are also some useful tools being developed that help people research and verify information online. For example, the ClarityCheck – Deep Search AI app helps users perform deeper searches, verify images, and explore information more clearly using AI-powered search features. Tools like this can help people check sources and better understand what they see online.
In the end, combining smart regulations + responsible AI tools + informed users will probably be the best way to reduce misuse of technologies like deepfakes.