How to Avoid Falling for Fake Videos in the Age of AI Slop

Why fake videos spread so easily, and what actually helps people spot them.

This piece was co-written by Dr. Beth Malow and is also cross-posted here.

This is an AI-generated image. Although there are some visual artifacts that can indicate AI generation, these cues evolve as the technology advances. As a result, the most reliable way to fact-check images is through lateral reading.

We’re entering an era of what’s often called AI…