TED Talks Daily Beyond the Talk: Hany Farid in conversation with Elise Hu
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Jul 2, 2025 
Hany Farid, a leading digital forensic expert known for his work in identifying AI-generated content, dives into the critical issue of trust in today's society. He discusses the challenges posed by TikTok and deepfakes, driving home the importance of engaging critical thinking education. Farid advocates for unplugging from social media to reconnect with nature and emphasizes the need for regulatory changes to combat misinformation. He also shares personal anecdotes, reflecting on childhood memories and the hopeful potential of the younger generation.
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Trust is the Core Issue
- The core issue is trust, not just fake images or videos.
- Without trust, society cannot function properly, including elections and tackling global issues.
Internet's Trust Problem Repeats in AI
- The internet was meant to democratize knowledge but failed to distinguish good from bad information.
- Bad information now outweighs good, a problem AI models inherit from the internet.
Unplugging from Social Media Helps
- Get off social media for your mental and physical health; it's overwhelmingly harmful.
- Unplugging is therapeutic and helps regain clarity in a toxic digital environment.