Tag: verification
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The New Era of Trust: Instagram Chief Warns of Infinite Synthetic Content and Its Impact on Social Media
Understanding the warning: Infinite synthetic content Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, recently warned that we are entering an era where synthetic content—generated by advanced AI and deepfake technologies—could flood our feeds. The phrase infinite synthetic content describes a landscape in which realistic yet fabricated images, videos, and voices can be produced at scale, making…
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Protect Yourself from Online Marketplace Scams: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree Essentials
Why scams happen on popular marketplaces and how to spot red flags Online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree offer convenient ways to buy and sell local items. But their open nature also makes them a target for scammers. Common schemes include fake payment confirmations, counterfeit or misrepresented items, non-existent buyers or sellers, and pressure…
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Can Super Recognizers Detect AI-Generated Faces? New Research Raises Doubts
AI-Generated Faces Blur the Line Between Real and Fake Advancements in artificial intelligence have brought highly believable synthetic faces into mainstream use, from entertainment to marketing and security testing. As AI models grow more capable, the line between a real person and a computer-generated likeness becomes increasingly difficult to discern. While lay observers may rely…
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Unverified Reports Claim Reiner Couple Was Murdered: What Official Sources Say
Questionable Reports Spark Confusion A wave of reports circulated recently about the deaths of a filmmaking couple, with claims that the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office had ruled the case a homicide and that the victims died from “multiple sharp force injuries.” As with any high‑profile incident, social media and some outlets amplified the…
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BBC Verify analyzes overnight drone strikes from Ukraine and Russia
Overview: Verifying a night of drone activity In the early hours, both Ukraine and Russia reported heavy drone activity and strikes, prompting BBC Verify to verify claims circulating on social media and in initial government statements. The incident highlights how modern warfare increasingly centers on unmanned aerial systems that can be launched at scale and…
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BBC Verify: Verifying Overnight Drone Strikes by Ukraine and Russia
Understanding the claims: who conducted the overnight drone strikes? The BBC Verify team has been assessing reports of significant drone activity throughout the night involving both Ukraine and Russia. In modern warfare, aerial operations—especially drone campaigns—often arrive with a flurry of claims: casualty figures, targets hit, and strategic aims. Verifying such claims requires cross-checking multiple…
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Provo: Free Deepfake Verification Tool Launching 2026
Overview: A Free Tool to Fight Deepfakes In a major push to counter the spread of manipulated media, a new free online tool named Provo is set to launch in 2026. The goal is simple: help everyday users distinguish real content from deepfakes by analyzing the metadata embedded in images, videos, and other digital files.…
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Ukraine reportedly strikes Moscow power plant amid ongoing conflict
Overview Unverified reports claim that Ukrainian military forces struck the Shatura Thermal Power Plant in Moscow Oblast during the night of November 23. Russian Telegram channels circulated videos and commentary suggesting damage at the facility, with no immediate confirmation from official authorities. The situation marks a notable escalation in rhetoric and activity around critical energy…
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How to Verify Claims About Public Figures on the FBI’s Most Wanted List
Overview: Be cautious with claims about high-profile figures In today’s information landscape, rumors about public figures—especially athletes and former celebrities—can spread quickly. When a claim links a real person to a serious case or the FBI’s Most Wanted list, it’s essential to verify before sharing or reporting. Misinformation can harm individuals’ reputations and mislead readers.…
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Fact-Check: October 2025 Weapons Claim in Ethiopia
What the claim asserts A recent Facebook post alleges that the Ethiopian National Defence Force (ENDF) seized weapons from the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) in October 2025. The post includes photographs claiming to show seized arms and attributes them to that operation. As with many images circulating on social media during periods of conflict, the…