Welcome to the NZ Skeptics Newsletter.
This week, I talk about deepfakes and the implications for propaganda, and detour back in time, reminiscing about speech synthesis technology of yesteryear.
Our regular contributor, Bronwyn Rideout tells us about the Health Practitioners Comptence Assurance act, and dives into being able to buy small plots of land in Scotland.
Oh, and have you checked out our new podcast yet? See the link down the bottom of the newsletter for details.
Enjoy...
With the Russian invasion of Ukraine, propaganda raises its head. Propaganda has always been a tool of war (and peace) but we're seeing escalation to new levels. Recently, a video was shared on ... (950 words)
Category: News
The New Zealand HPCA Act and what's in a name The Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 intends to protect the public from serious or permanent harm while also protecting health ... (734 words)
Category: News
The many Lords and Ladies of Glencoe and the matter of souvenir Scottish titles No true Scotsman…buys souvenir plots Advertisements for a small block of land and an accompanying Scottish title have ... (1106 words)
Category: News