Today for the first time i saw someone i know repost an AI video that was being presented as real footage of protestors in LA. The thought of fake news content is upon us and it’s unsettling
La desinformación sobre las protestas de Los Ángeles está empeorando. La culpa es de ChatGPT, Grok y otros chatbots con IA https://t.co/WrmMYqARti
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Recent protests in Los Angeles have been accompanied by a surge in misinformation fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots such as ChatGPT and Grok. These AI tools, intended to assist users in discerning fact from fiction, have instead contributed to the spread of inaccurate information about the events. One notable example includes the creation of a fabricated AI-generated National Guard soldier named 'Bob,' which has been widely circulated and has exacerbated confusion. Media outlets including France24, WIRED, and TIME have reported on the challenges posed by AI-driven disinformation during the protests. The phenomenon highlights the difficulties in verifying real-time information amid fast-moving events, as users increasingly rely on AI chatbots that sometimes produce misleading or false content. This development raises concerns about the role of AI in amplifying fake news and the broader implications for public understanding during social unrest.