Associated Incidents
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Synopsis
Following the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, fake news spread online. An AI-generated accident report circulated, mimicking a real investigation. False images and videos also appeared. Experts emphasize the need for public awareness. They also suggest better platform accountability to combat misinformation. Authorities are urged to provide timely updates.
Days after the crash of an Air India Boeing 787 plane in Ahmedabad, killing 275 people, a preliminary investigation report was found circulating in aviation circles. The report, except for the emoji, appeared genuine with various aviation terminologies, giving it a professional look.
However, a closer scrutiny by trained eyes would eventually reveal that it was created by an AI platform using details from a 2024 incident with South American airlines LATAM, giving it a convincing look.