The field of deepfake detection and media authentication is rapidly evolving, with a focus on developing innovative methods to combat the growing threat of synthetic media. Recent research has explored various approaches, including facial feature extraction, handcrafted frequency-domain features, and audio watermarking. These advancements aim to improve the accuracy and robustness of deepfake detection systems, particularly in real-world scenarios. Noteworthy papers in this area include 'Deepfake Detection Via Facial Feature Extraction and Modeling', which introduces a novel approach using facial landmarks for deepfake detection, and 'WaveVerify: A Novel Audio Watermarking Framework for Media Authentication and Combatting Deepfakes', which proposes a framework for audio content authentication. Overall, the field is moving towards developing more effective and reliable methods for detecting and mitigating the risks associated with deepfakes and synthetic media.