Week 1 - Spotting Fake Videos & Images - Easy
Seeing is not always believing!
AI-generated visuals are improving fast, but they still leave clues behind. These are called artifacts.
Show the animation to see the artifactsHere is what to look for:
- Clothing changes between shots
- Background elements disappearing
- Distorted details like hands, teeth, or accessories
- Reflections and shadows that do not match the scene
Now put your skills to the test. Can you spot the digital deception in the attached image?
First case: Fake videos & images
AI videos and pictures might look perfect at first glance, but dig deeper and you will find clues. Watch for weirdness — like shirts changing between shots or people vanishing in the background. Look at the details: extra fingers, misshapen teeth or jewelry that seems to float in space. If the shadows do not match or the physics feel wrong, you have cracked the case.
Trust your gut! Slow down, verify requests and report anything suspicious. A good detective never ignores their instincts. Ready to solve some cases? Stay tuned all month for tools and challenges to test your skills.