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President Trump shared a fake AI-generated video depicting himself dumping sludge on protesters and wearing a crown, coinciding with nationwide protests called 'No Kings' rallies that drew millions across the U.S. The protests oppose Trump's agenda, while some GOP leaders dismiss or criticize the demonstrations. The White House has a history of sharing provocative and fake images, and the events highlight ongoing political tensions.
President Trump posted a likely AI-generated video on social media depicting him as a king flying a jet that dumps brown liquid on protesters, coinciding with nationwide protests against his administration.
Vice President JD Vance dismissed criticism of a fake AI-generated video depicting Democratic lawmakers in offensive costumes and language, calling it 'funny' despite concerns over its racist and offensive nature.
The Two Rivers Police Department issued a warning about a fake video circulating on social media related to the disappearance of 3-year-old Elijah Vue, who has been missing since Tuesday and is the subject of an Amber Alert. The police chief urged the public to be cautious of scams and assured that the department is the official source for information on the case. The search for Elijah continues, with coordinated citizen search efforts and advanced searches of rivers and other waters underway. The police also addressed donation requests and urged anyone with information to contact the tipline. Meanwhile, Vue's mother and another individual appeared in court on requested child neglect charges, and formal charges could be filed next week.
Google showcased its new multimodal AI model, Gemini, during Google I/O 2023 with a fake hands-on video. While Gemini has potential, the video misrepresented the actual user experience by using text prompts and providing context to make the AI model appear more capable than it actually is. Google defended the video, stating that it was meant to inspire developers, but critics argue for more transparency in product demonstrations.
London police are investigating a fake video circulating on social media that falsely shows London Mayor Sadiq Khan prioritizing pro-Palestinian marches over Armistice Day events. The video has the potential to escalate tensions in the capital, particularly as a large pro-Palestinian march is planned to coincide with the anniversary of the end of World War One. Far-right groups have indicated they will protect the Cenotaph war memorial on Armistice Day, raising concerns about potential violent confrontations. The Metropolitan Police and counter-terror experts are actively investigating the fake video, which is being amplified by far-right groups on social media.
A TikTok influencer named Winta has admitted to staging a viral video in which she complains about her salmon Benedict at a New York City restaurant and gets asked to leave by the staff. Winta has since revealed that the video was fake and part of a satirical series. Despite receiving backlash, she is proud of the notoriety it has earned her and sees it as practice for her acting career.