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Today, Explained

How an AI pope pic fooled us

Mar 29, 2023
James Vincent, a Senior reporter at The Verge and an expert in AI, dives into the viral sensation of an AI-generated image of Pope Francis sporting a stylish puffer jacket. He discusses how this advanced technology blurs the lines between reality and fabrication, raising concerns about misinformation in the digital age. The conversation highlights the societal implications of misleading imagery, the rise of audio deepfakes, and the urgent need for media literacy. Vincent also stresses the ethical responsibilities of major tech companies navigating this evolving landscape.
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