The Public Security Police (PSP) warned this morning, through a publication on their social networks, of the risks of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Their post shows a doctored image of a damaged PSP car, which only took a few minutes to doctor and post as a false ‘occurrence.’ “Exactly the kind of manipulation that generates comments, alarmism, and misinformation, cautioned a PSP spokesperson.”
As technology advances, so do the risks tied to creating and sharing false content. To address this, the PSP has introduced a set of community guidelines.
- Always confirm the source of the information, especially before sharing it.
- Be wary of alarmist or sensationalist content, as they are the most used to deceive.
- Take a good look at the image; shadows, reflections, and incoherent details can indicate manipulation.
- Seek confirmation from official sources or credible media outlets.
- Question isolated screenshots and messages without context.
- Avoid sharing something just because it “feels urgent.” Urgency is a common technique for deception.
- Report suspicious posts to help stop misinformation.
Samantha Gannon
info at madeira-weekly.com
