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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
AI-generated videos fuel falsehoods about Iran-Israel conflict
In recent days, videos generated by artificial intelligence have surfaced online purporting to show dramatic scenes from the Iran-Israel conflict, including an AI-generated woman reporting from a burning prison in Tehran and fake footage of high-rise buildings reduced to rubble in Tel Aviv. Other fabricated visuals depict a downed Israeli military aircraft. These clips, some which have racked up millions of views on platforms including X and TikTok, are the latest in a growing pattern of AI-generated videos that spread during major events. Researchers at Clemson University's Media Forensics Hub told CBS News that some of the content is being amplified on X by a coordinated network of accounts promoting Iranian opposition messaging — with the goal of undermining confidence in the Iranian government. Fabricated videos On Monday, Israel carried out strikes on several sites in Iran, including the notorious Evin Prison. Within minutes of the attack, a video began circulating on X and other social media platforms showing an explosion at the entrance. The video is grainy, black-and-white and appears to be security camera footage. But several visual anomalies indicate the footage may have been created using artificial intelligence, experts say, including an incorrect sign above the door and inconsistencies with the explosion. Hany Farid, a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and co-founder of AI detection startup GetReal Labs, told CBS News he believes the video may have been generated by an AI image-to-video tool. Farid said recent advancements in technology have helped lead to more realistic-looking videos with easier ways to create and share them quickly. "A year ago it was [that] you could make a single image that was pretty photo realistic," Farid said. "Now it's full blown video with explosions, with what looks like handheld mobile device imaging." The video had been posted on X within minutes of the June 23 Israeli attack on the facility by an account that "bears marks of being inauthentic," according to Media Forensics Hub researchers. Iranian and Israeli officials have not commented on the authenticity of the video. Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub, told CBS News another video, which depicted an AI-generated reporter outside the prison, is the "perfect example" of a coordinated network using AI to circulate false information to wider audiences. "It isn't doing anything that one couldn't do with previous technology, it's just doing it all cheaper, faster, and at greater scale," Linvill said. It's not clear who is behind the videos, Linvill said. Social media platforms' responses When asked about the AI-generated Iran-Israel videos on their platform, a TikTok spokesperson told CBS News the platform does not allow harmful misinformation or AI-generated content of fakes authoritative sources or crisis events, and has removed some of these videos. A spokesperson for X referred CBS News to their Community Notes feature, and said some of the AI-generated video posts have had Community Notes added to help combat the false information. As for how to avoid falling prey to videos created with AI, Farid said, "Stop getting your news from social media, particularly on breaking events like this." Hegseth slams Iran strikes initial assessment that contradicts Trump's take Young Cuban girl asks Trump to lift travel ban stopping her from joining mom in U.S. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez set for star-studded wedding in Venice
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
AI-generated videos are fueling falsehoods about Iran-Israel conflict, researchers say
In recent days, videos generated by artificial intelligence have surfaced online purporting to show dramatic scenes from the Iran-Israel conflict, including an AI-generated woman reporting from a burning prison in Tehran and fake footage of high-rise buildings reduced to rubble in Tel Aviv. Other fabricated visuals depict a downed Israeli military aircraft. These clips, some which have racked up millions of views on platforms including X and TikTok, are the latest in a growing pattern of AI-generated videos that spread during major events. Screenshots taken by CBS News. CBS News Researchers at Clemson University's Media Forensics Hub told CBS News that some of the content is being amplified on X by a coordinated network of accounts promoting Iranian opposition messaging — with the goal of undermining confidence in the Iranian government. Fabricated videos On Monday, Israel carried out strikes on several sites in Iran, including the notorious Evin Prison. Within minutes of the attack, a video began circulating on X and other social media platforms showing an explosion at the entrance. The video is grainy, black-and-white and appears to be security camera footage. But several visual anomalies indicate the footage may have been created using artificial intelligence, experts say, including an incorrect sign above the door and inconsistencies with the explosion. Hany Farid, a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and co-founder of AI detection startup GetReal Labs, told CBS News he believes the video may have been generated by an AI image-to-video tool. Farid said recent advancements in technology have helped lead to more realistic-looking videos with easier ways to create and share them quickly. "A year ago it was [that] you could make a single image that was pretty photo realistic," Farid said. "Now it's full blown video with explosions, with what looks like handheld mobile device imaging." The video had been posted on X within minutes of the June 23 Israeli attack on the facility by an account that "bears marks of being inauthentic," according to Media Forensics Hub researchers. Iranian and Israeli officials have not commented on the authenticity of the video. Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub, told CBS News another video, which depicted an AI-generated reporter outside the prison, is the "perfect example" of a coordinated network using AI to circulate false information to wider audiences. "It isn't doing anything that one couldn't do with previous technology, it's just doing it all cheaper, faster, and at greater scale," Linvill said. It's not clear who is behind the videos, Linvill said. Social media platforms' responses When asked about the AI-generated Iran-Israel videos on their platform, a TikTok spokesperson told CBS News the platform does not allow harmful misinformation or AI-generated content of fakes authoritative sources or crisis events, and has removed some of these videos. A spokesperson for X referred CBS News to their Community Notes feature, and said some of the AI-generated video posts have had Community Notes added to help combat the false information. As for how to avoid falling prey to videos created with AI, Farid said, "Stop getting your news from social media, particularly on breaking events like this."
Mint
01-06-2025
- Science
- Mint
Paraglider Peng Yujiang's viral video may not be as terrifying as he claimed; here's how AI may have aided it
Chinese paraglider Peng Yujiang made headlines for surviving a strong cloud vortex and accidentally rising to 8,000 metres. However, a NBC News report has suggested that the terrifying viral video, which may have been generated by artificial intelligence, at least partially. Peng had no oxygen masks and survived extreme cold and high wind speeds. He suffered frostbite and low oxygen levels but had recorded the entire 72-minute flight. 'It was terrifying... Everything was white. I couldn't see any direction. Without the compass, I wouldn't have known which way I was going. I thought I was flying straight, but in reality, I was spinning,' Peng told the Chinese media. According to the initial investigation, the first five seconds of the viral video might be AI-generated. In the viral clip, Peng can be seen gliding at high altitude with his legs dangling, but the footage is reportedly cropped. NBC News said Peng's video was cropped out to omit Doubao AI's logo, suggesting that the ByteDance-owned company's AI tool likely created at least the first five seconds of the viral video. The omitted portion of the viral video was uploaded separately to Facebook on May 25 with the company's watermark. 'It's unclear if the remaining footage of Peng gliding through the sky, which differs from the first five seconds, is authentic or not,' the news outlet said. GetReal Labs, an AI-verification company, corroborated the claims, stating that the analysis of the footage yielded proof of AI use. 'We were able to extract a few frames and analyse them using our Inspect platform, and our models confirm that the images are synthetic,' said GetReal Labs. It also said that several other elements in the video differed from the rest of the footage. News agency Reuters, which distributed the clip without the AI logo, has since removed the video. Other news outlets have also removed their versions of the video. 'We have reason to believe this is an AI-generated video and are currently working on killing this footage,' Reuters said. The Chinese paraglider has now been banned from flying for six months. Authorities in Gansu punished him for not submitting a flight plan and banned his companion, Gu Zhimin, for sharing the video online without permission. Peng Yujiang's flight was not officially approved. He, nevertheless, claimed he was doing ground paragliding training when strong winds lifted him up. The Gansu Aero Sports Association called it an accident, not illegal flying. Still, according to Sixth Tone, it suspended him from flying for six months.
News18
01-06-2025
- Science
- News18
Chinese Paraglider's Accidental 8,000m Feat Video AI-Generated? Check Details
Last Updated: The video clip contained no logo, but a portion of it uploaded to Facebook on May 25 had a Doubao AI watermark, indicating it was likely generated using Doubao AI's tool. A viral video claiming to show a Chinese paraglider's accidental ascent to over 8,000 meters has been found to be generated by artificial intelligence, at least partially, according to a report in NBC News. The paraglider, Peng Yujiang, 55, had reportedly claimed to have been lifted from 3,000 meters, but the unexpected conditions carried him nearly 5,000 metres higher. Peng Yujiang allegedly withstood temperatures of around -40°C and critically low oxygen levels, overcoming hypoxia and severe frostbite while remaining conscious, and safely landed back on the ground. However, the investigation reveals that the first five seconds of the video might be AI-generated. In the clip, Peng can be seen gliding at high altitude with his legs dangling, but the footage is seemingly cropped. The video clip contained no logo, but a portion of it uploaded to Facebook on May 25 had a Doubao AI watermark, indicating it was likely generated using ByteDance-owned Doubao AI's tool. advetisement 'It's unclear if the remaining footage of Peng gliding through the sky, which differs from the first five seconds, is authentic or not," the publication stated. AI-verification firm GetReal Labs analysed the footage and found evidence supporting the claim that AI was used to create it. 'We were able to extract a few frames and analyse them using our Inspect platform, and our models confirm that the images are synthetic," said GetReal Labs, adding that several other elements in the video differed from the rest of the footage. Meanwhile, news agency Reuters, which distributed the clip without the AI logo, has taken down the video. Other news outlets have also removed their versions of the video. 'We have reason to believe this is an AI-generated video and are currently working on killing this footage," Reuters said. Peng was testing used paragliding gear when the incident supposedly occurred. The video clip quickly went viral, with users praising Peng for remaining calm under extreme conditions. 'I had just bought a second-hand paragliding harness and wanted to test it, so I was conducting ground parachute shaking. After a while, the wind suddenly picked up and lifted me into the air. I tried to land as soon as possible, but I failed," Peng told the Chinese media. Peng and his friend, who posted the video, were banned from paragliding for six months for violating safety rules and flying without authorisation. Location : China First Published: June 01, 2025, 10:01 IST
NDTV
01-06-2025
- Science
- NDTV
Viral Video Of Chinese Paraglider's Accidental 8,000-Metre Flight Might Be AI-Generated
A viral video of a Chinese paraglider accidentally being propelled more than 8,000 metres high by an updraft has been found to be generated by artificial intelligence, at least partially, according to a report in NBC News. 55-year-old Peng Yujiang claimed that he was paragliding at approximately 3,000 metres, but the unexpected conditions carried him nearly 5,000 metres higher. He endured temperatures around -40 degrees Celsius and dangerously low oxygen levels. Despite experiencing hypoxia and severe frostbite, Mr Peng managed to remain conscious and safely navigated back to the ground. However, the investigation reveals that the first five seconds of the video might be AI-generated. In the clip, Mr Peng can be seen gliding at high altitude with his legs dangling, but the footage is seemingly cropped. The crop omitted a logo belonging to Doubao AI, suggesting it was likely created by the ByteDance-owned company's AI tool. The same portion of the video was uploaded separately to Facebook on May 25 with the company's watermark. "It's unclear if the remaining footage of Peng gliding through the sky which differs from the first five seconds is authentic or not," the publication stated. GetReal Labs, an AI-verification company, corroborated the claims, stating that the analysis of the footage yielded proof of AI use. "We were able to extract a few frames and analyze them using our Inspect platform, and our models confirm that the images are synthetic," said GetReal Labs, adding that several other elements in the video differed from the rest of the footage. News agency Reuters, which distributed the clip without the AI logo has taken down the video. Other news outlet have also removed their versions of the video. "We have reason to believe this is an AI-generated video and are currently working on killing this footage," Reuters said. Peng banned Notably, Mr Peng was testing secondhand paragliding equipment when the alleged incident took place. The video clip instantly went viral on social media with users lauding him for keeping calm. "I had just bought a second-hand paragliding harness and wanted to test it, so I was conducting ground parachute shaking. After a while, the wind suddenly picked up and lifted me into the air. I tried to land as soon as possible, but I failed," Mr Peng told the Chinese media. Mr Peng and his friend, who posted the video, received six-month bans from paragliding activities due to unauthorised flight and safety violations.
