AI‑generated images and videos are increasingly populating social media feeds, often looking realistic at first glance but leaving viewers with a subtle sense of unease. Psychologists and human‑robot interaction researchers attribute this discomfort to the uncanny valley effect, where near‑human creations trigger disquiet when they are not perfectly lifelike. Experts such as Dr. Steph Lay and Prof. Christoph Bartneck explain that our brains are wired to spot small irregularities, a skill that once helped detect danger. While the technology improves, the feeling of something being “off” persists, prompting users to stay vigilant and occasionally step away from the screen. Leer más →