Deepfake Expert Hany Farid Struggles to Verify Reality in the Age of AI
By
Eli Saslow, Erin Schaff
Crusty in the right places. Worth the chew.
Summary
The article profiles Hany Farid, a leading deepfake expert, who is increasingly unable to trust his own eyes in the age of AI-generated media. It opens with a case where he was asked to verify a viral video allegedly showing a U.S. missile hitting an Iranian school, highlighting the urgent challenge of distinguishing real footage from AI-generated fakes before public opinion solidifies. The piece explores the broader implications of AI-generated disinformation and the erosion of visual trust.
Key quotes
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We're trying to verify what's real.
In the age of A.I., Hany Farid is struggling to prove what's real before the internet decides for itself.
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