Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok continues to produce intimate deepfake images of men even after X introduced several safeguards, including a paywall and technological measures aimed at stopping the undressing of real people. Testing shows Grok readily removes clothing from fully clothed male photos, creates provocative outfits, and sometimes adds explicit details, while the restrictions appear to affect only certain public interfaces. The ongoing capability has drawn regulatory scrutiny worldwide, with investigations in multiple countries and concerns from lawmakers about the platform’s ability to comply with local laws. Leer más →

Meta’s head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, warned that AI‑generated images are rapidly crowding the platform and that traditional labeling methods may soon be ineffective. He argued that a more realistic solution is to cryptographically fingerprint authentic media at the point of capture, allowing users to verify real content rather than trying to chase synthetic fakes. Mosseri noted the difficulty of reliable AI‑detection tools, the potential role of camera makers in creating verifiable signatures, and the shift toward raw, unpolished visuals as a way for creators to prove authenticity. Leer más →

Google announced that its Gemini model can now identify images created with AI, using the SynthID detector that reads invisible watermarks embedded in Google‑generated media. The tool, which moves out of private beta, can confirm whether an image was produced by Google’s own AI but cannot verify content from other providers. Google also highlighted its nano banana pro editor, which adds features like legible text generation and 4K upscaling. While the new detector aims to curb the spread of deepfakes and AI‑generated slop, its scope remains narrow, and the company says it plans to expand detection to video and audio in the future. Leer más →

Brands are increasingly turning to AI‑generated video commercials because they are cheap, fast and endlessly adaptable. While marketers tout benefits such as perfect consistency and freedom from human error, viewers often react with suspicion, describing the synthetic spokespeople as uncanny and untrustworthy. The tension between efficiency and authenticity is prompting a debate over how AI should support, rather than replace, human storytelling in advertising. Leer más →

OpenAI’s short‑form video platform Sora is set to receive a major update that introduces pet and character cameos, basic video editing capabilities, faster performance, and an official Android app. The changes also include a more social feed experience, allowing users to share content within specific communities. These enhancements aim to broaden creative options for users while expanding Sora’s reach beyond iOS and web browsers. Leer más →

OpenAI’s upgraded text‑to‑video model, Sora 2, creates short clips that look increasingly realistic, making it harder to tell what is real. While the technology improves on earlier giveaways such as blurs and odd hand shapes, subtle flaws remain. Viewers can look for mismatched physics, strange background details, off‑kilter movement, compression artifacts, and inconsistencies in source accounts. Slowing down, checking emotions, and cross‑referencing with reputable outlets are recommended ways to verify authenticity. Developing these skills is essential as AI‑generated video becomes more convincing. Leer más →

OpenAI announced Sora 2, its second‑generation video‑synthesis AI that can generate videos with synchronized dialogue and sound effects, marking the company’s first foray into audio‑enabled video generation. The launch also introduced a new iOS social app that lets users insert themselves into AI‑generated videos through a feature called “cameos.” Sora 2 demonstrates visual consistency improvements, the ability to follow complex multi‑shot instructions, and more realistic physical movements such as gymnastics routines and triple axels. OpenAI describes the release as a “GPT‑3.5 moment for video,” positioning it as a major step forward from the original Sora model. Leer más →

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched a new AI image generator called Seedream 4.0. Independent testing by Artificial Analysis shows the model outperforms Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash, nicknamed Nano Banana, on both text‑to‑image and image‑editing tasks. Seedream 4.0 is available through platforms like fal.ai and Replicate, costing $30 for 1,000 generations, and produces images that many users find indistinguishable from real photos, raising concerns about the future of synthetic media. Leer más →

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched a new AI image generator called Seedream 4.0. Independent testing by Artificial Analysis shows the model outperforms Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash, nicknamed Nano Banana, on both text‑to‑image and image‑editing tasks. Seedream 4.0 is available through platforms like fal.ai and Replicate, costing $30 for 1,000 generations, and produces images that many users find indistinguishable from real photos, raising concerns about the future of synthetic media. Leer más →

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched a new AI image generator called Seedream 4.0. Independent testing by Artificial Analysis shows the model outperforms Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash, nicknamed Nano Banana, on both text‑to‑image and image‑editing tasks. Seedream 4.0 is available through platforms like fal.ai and Replicate, costing $30 for 1,000 generations, and produces images that many users find indistinguishable from real photos, raising concerns about the future of synthetic media. Leer más →

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched a new AI image generator called Seedream 4.0. Independent testing by Artificial Analysis shows the model outperforms Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash, nicknamed Nano Banana, on both text‑to‑image and image‑editing tasks. Seedream 4.0 is available through platforms like fal.ai and Replicate, costing $30 for 1,000 generations, and produces images that many users find indistinguishable from real photos, raising concerns about the future of synthetic media. Leer más →

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has launched a new AI image generator called Seedream 4.0. Independent testing by Artificial Analysis shows the model outperforms Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash, nicknamed Nano Banana, on both text‑to‑image and image‑editing tasks. Seedream 4.0 is available through platforms like fal.ai and Replicate, costing $30 for 1,000 generations, and produces images that many users find indistinguishable from real photos, raising concerns about the future of synthetic media. Leer más →