Concerns Rise as Fake AI-Generated Image of Pentagon Explosion Circulates on Social Media
An AI-generated image of an explosion near the Pentagon went viral on social media causing concerns about the spread of misinformation. The US Department of Defense confirmed the image to be fake, but it reportedly caused a brief dip in the stock market. This incident highlights the rise of AI-generated images and the verification challenges faced by Twitter, particularly since the introduction of its subscription service.