Don’t Get Tricked by AI!
New AI technology is making it easy for scammers to create realistic-looking images and videos. AI-generated content can be used for all types of scams, including to impersonate family and friends to ask for money or personal information, or to create a sense of emergency. It’s important to educate yourself about how to spot this type of content so you don’t get tricked by AI!
Identifying AI-Generated Text:
- Typos may suggest a human wrote it, while AI-generated text is often flawless.
- Outdated information is common in AI text due to limited training data.
- Repetitive words/phrases make AI writing sound unnatural.
- Tone may be robotic, while human writing is more informal.
- When unsure, check other sources that discuss the same topic for comparison.
Spotting AI-Generated Images:
- Context matters—beware of urgent requests or emotional manipulation.
- Look for physical inconsistencies like asymmetry in faces, hands or body parts.
- Uneven textures or glossy effects often give AI images away.
Recognizing AI-Generated Videos:
- Watch for strange shadows or light flickers.
- Unnatural body language or missing blinks in a video are red flags.
- Choppy audio or mismatched background sounds also indicate synthetic content.
If you suspect that a photo or video is AI-generated, there are a couple of ways to verify this. First you can trace the source to see who shared it and why. Additionally, you can also use a reverse image search, which shows all the websites where the image has been shared, helping you understand its context and origins.
As AI technology advances, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish between real and synthetic content. Staying vigilant and using some of these strategies can help protect against scams and misinformation. By being aware of the signs of AI-generated content, you can make more informed decisions and avoid falling victim to fraudulent content.
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