Fake Photo Prepared with Artificial Intelligence Caused Panic in Russia

The fake bear photo prepared by a woman in Russia using artificial intelligence prompted security forces and wildlife experts to take action. When the image was thought to be real, police and wildlife officials launched a large-scale search operation in the area to look for the bear.

As a result of the investigations, it was understood that the photo was produced by artificial intelligence. The woman, who unnecessarily occupied public resources and teams, was fined 15 thousand rubles by the Russian authorities.