Welcome to this deep dive into the world of AI-generated images - a realm where technology blurs the lines between reality and fabrication.

In this video, I unpack a topic in our modern, information-heavy era: the rise of AI-generated fakes and their implications. From stunningly realistic portrayals to the subtle nuances that reveal their artificial origins, we explore the intricate world of AI artistry and deception.

What You'll Learn:

- Understanding AI-Generated Images: Get to grips with the basics of AI-generated images, focusing on platforms like ThisPersonDoesNotExist, Midjourney, DALL-E, and FaceApp.
- How the platforms work. Dive into the mechanics of these platforms, with a special focus on generative AI images.
- 5 signs to identify potential AI-generated fakes. Learn the tell-tale signs of AI-generated images, from poorly formed limbs to unnatural facial features.
- How have some images been used in real world disinformation or misleading events. Discover how these images have been manipulated to sway public opinion in news, human rights, and other crucial areas.

Why This Matters:

We're not just exploring a technological marvel; we're addressing a pressing issue. AI-generated images, while showcasing incredible advancements in technology, can play a significant role in the spread of disinformation. Their impact on elections, news narratives, and human rights issues is undeniable. By learning to spot these fakes, we empower ourselves and others to critically assess the information we encounter daily.

Whether you're a social media enthusiast, a concerned global citizen, or simply curious about the digital revolution, I hope this tutorial offers valuable insights for everyone.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction to AI-Generated Images
0:24 - The Role of AI-Generated Fakes in Disinformation
2:03 - 5 Tips to Spot AI Fakes
4:06 - This Person Does Not Exist
11:04 - DALL-E (Using Chat GPT)
14:46 - Midjourney
20:37 - FaceApp
23:18 - Summary of the Role of AI-Generated Images
23:45 - Summarising How to Spot AI-Generated Fakes

PLATFORMS:

- ThisPersonDoesNotExist: https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
- This-Person-Does-Not-Exist https://this-person-does-not-exist.co...
- Generated Photos https://generated.photos/faces/white-...
- Midjourney:[https://www.midjourney.com/home
- DALL-E: https://openai.com/dall-e-2
- FaceApp: https://www.faceapp.com/

MORE RESOURCES and links to reports, images and posts I mentioned:

LifeRaft Inc - spotting fakes https://www.liferaftinc.com/blog/seei...
Use of GANs from Indonesia on West Papua https://www.bellingcat.com/news/2020/...
Use of GANs from pro-China network https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia...
Conspirador SubStack https://conspirator0.substack.com/p/a...
Interactive from NYTimes on GAN faces https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2...
When I used a train ticket to show GAN symmetry https://twitter.com/BenDoBrown/status...
Use of Dall-E in an article about Facebook https://nextshark.com/mark-zuckerberg...
Verification from Nick Waters on a tweet claiming an explosion near the Pentagon, which was a fake https://twitter.com/N_Waters89/status...
Midjourney images of Donald Trump by Midjourney https://twitter.com/EliotHiggins/stat...
Very realistic images from Midjourney shared on Reddit   / progress_on_more_complicated_scenes_for_photo  
Facial manipulation in India, as seen on BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia...

CREDITS and SOURCES

- Jeremy Blake:    / @redmeansrecording  
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- CBS News    • How to differentiate AI-generated ima...  
- France24    • 4 tips for detecting AI-generated ima...  
- CNN    • CNN reporter calls his parents using ...  
- BBC News    • MrBeast and BBC stars used in deepfak...  
- NBC News    • Artificial intelligence changing poli...  
- NBC News    • Fake image of explosion near Pentagon...