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Emmanuel Macron denounces AI video of fake coup in France
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French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Meta for refusing to remove an AI-generated video announcing a fake coup in France, viewed over 13 million times. Created by a Burkinabé teenager seeking fame, the video alarmed one of Macron's African colleagues. Le Monde identified the author, who expressed surprise at its virality.
An article in the American Bee Journal highlights outdated beekeeping practices and misconceptions about disease spread.
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The Philippine Army’s 2nd Infantry (Jungle Fighter) Division will host a digital and social media summit to combat misinformation and strengthen public trust. The event runs from tomorrow until Thursday, with government communicators from the AFP, PNP, and LGUs participating. It aims to enhance coordination in the digital information landscape.
A viral photo shows Nicolás Maduro without a mustache in an orange inmate jumpsuit labeled D-0329, but it is an AI-generated image. News agency EFE confirmed it does not come from official U.S. sources and shows typical deepfake errors. This comes days after the Venezuelan leader's capture in an operation ordered by Donald Trump.
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Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara warned about a fake YouTube video that misused footage from one of his news conferences to solicit investments in a fictitious project. He emphasized that it could cause public confusion and urged vigilance against such scams.
As bear sightings and attacks rise across Japan, fake videos created by generative AI are proliferating on social media. These clips are heightening public anxiety and risking misunderstandings about how to respond to real encounters. Experts urge verifying information from multiple sources.
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Former Borno State Governor Senator Ali Modu Sheriff has rejected a viral report claiming he accused Vice President Kashim Shettima of founding Boko Haram. He described the claims as false and malicious. The denial comes amid ongoing political tensions in Nigeria.
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