How AI Convinced World Hollywood Sign Was Burning Down in LA Fire
Viral AI images falsely showing the Hollywood sign ablaze sparked panic, highlighting the dangers of fake news.
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Los Angeles Is Burning—And AI Deepfakes Are Fueling Misinformation
The wildfire and looting deepfakes are part of a growing trend of misinformation and conspiracy theories that spread during ...
‘We don’t need ChatGPT’: Call to ban AI explodes in wake of Los Angeles wildfire
Text overlayed across two images of raging fires states: “somewhere, the men who build AI chatbots are selecting the ...
The Hollywood Sign Is Not On Fire—As Social Media Users Share AI-Generated Images
The century-old landmark remains untouched by ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County, despite claims on social media.
There's a reason you can't stop doomscrolling through L.A.'s fire disaster
The current state of social media has made the online experience of the L.A. wildfires even more stressful than previous ...
People Think the Hollywood Sign Is on Fire Because of AI Slop
Far-right hate speech incubator X is absolutely riddled with disinformation about the ongoing and devastating wildfires ...
AI cameras are watching the California hills to detect the spread of wildfires
Firefighters in California are using technologies ranging from AI-powered sensors to kerosene-powered aircraft to beat back ...
Got insurance? Tips for homeowners affected by Southern California wildfires
Officials and consumer advocates offer advice for Southern California residents with insurance questions in the aftermath of ...