""This is just one example of 'Shrimp Jesus.' This is an AI-generated image that was created to basically garner a ton of engagement, which it did.""
""You may have seen this image of the crying child that went viral. It looks hyperrealistic; it was used politically.""
""It doesn't matter anymore. If what you see online conforms to your viewpoints, you're willing to believe it as truth.""
During Poynter's community conversation, Alex Mahadevan, an expert in AI, discussed the implications of AI-generated images in shaping online narratives. He showcased a humorous yet alarming example of a digitally altered Jesus Christ depicted with shrimp limbs, illustrating how such images aim for viral engagement. Mahadevan further stressed the serious concern of AI visuals appearing during real-world crises, exemplified by a viral image of a child during Hurricane Helene. The panel emphasized the growing willingness of audiences to accept visually engaging content as truth, regardless of its authenticity, showcasing a dangerous trend in information consumption.
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