Pokimane reveals why she stayed silent after Atrioc’s deepfake controversy in 2023

Pokimane has expressed the discomfort and trauma she experienced due to Atrioc’s deepfake scandal, which exploited her likeness. She revealed that her initial silence was a result of feeling exposed and vulnerable after the incident. While Atrioc has attempted to financially counteract the damage by removing the deepfakes, Pokimane made it clear that the emotional scars remain.