Deepfakes: How to spot AI-generated images

Deepfakes: How to spot AI-generated images | ABCNL

On Saturday, former President Trump claimed he would be arrested, leading to a surge in AI-generated deepfake images of his false arrest circulating on social media platforms. These images are fabricated using advanced AI technology and have sparked concerns about the potential to deceive and create chaos. While these images are not real, the sophistication of AI-generated content is on the rise, making it crucial to be able to spot fake images to combat misinformation effectively.

ABC Senior Reporter Emmanuel Saliba discusses the creation of these deepfake images, the accessibility of AI image generators like the app "mid-journey," and the implications of such technology being misused. As deepfake technology becomes more sophisticated, the need for awareness and vigilance on social media platforms is emphasized to combat the spread of false information.

Keywords

Deepfakes, AI-generated images, Misinformation, Social media, Technology, Fake images, Misinformation awareness

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