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The TED AI Show: Is AI destroying our sense of reality? with Sam Gregory
May 21, 2024
Human rights activist and technologist Sam Gregory discusses the impact of AI on reality, including deepfakes and misinformation. The podcast explores the challenges of spotting AI-generated content, the rise of deep fake videos, and the importance of digital literacy in navigating a world shaped by AI.
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Quick takeaways
- Advancements in AI tools blur the line between real and synthetic visuals, raising concerns about authenticity of digital media.
- Efforts like the Content Authenticity Initiative aim to promote transparency in content creation amidst challenges of verifying authenticity signals.
Deep dives
Controversy at a Miami Mall Sparks Alien Invasion Speculations
Late one Monday night in January, a disturbance at a Miami mall led to a swarm of cop cars, triggering a wave of conspiracy theories online, with many speculating about an alien invasion. Using AI tools, a TikToker created a video depicting shadowy alien figures amidst police lights, sparking a frenzy online. However, the truth was just a mall brawl between teenagers that spiraled into mass hysteria, highlighting how easily misinformation can spread.
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