Fake weight-loss videos on social media
A viral weight-loss trend on TikTok uses fake AI videos to sell an app called Her75. Reporters found 11 accounts using the exact same body movements, but with different AI faces. These videos reached millions of views, but they didn’t say they were ads.
Investigators traced the clips back to real people whose original videos were stolen.
People used modern AI tools to swap faces and change appearances very quickly and cheaply.
Small visual mistakes, like strange moving hands, showed that the videos were fake.
The app company didn’t answer questions about these posts, but TikTok removed the fake accounts after the investigation.
Experts warn that people should carefully check before-and-after videos before trusting products on social media.
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In short
Recently, many fake weight-loss videos went viral on TikTok. These videos used AI to change faces on stolen clips, promoting an app called Her75. Reporters found many accounts using the same body movements but different AI faces. These videos didn't say they were ads and tricked millions of viewers.
Investigators discovered that real people's videos were stolen, and AI tools quickly swapped faces. Small visual errors often showed the videos were fake. After an investigation, TikTok removed the fake accounts. This incident reminds us to be careful about what we see online.
For English learners, this story offers new vocabulary like "viral trend," "AI tools," "scam," and "investigators." It also helps practice reading about current events and understanding how technology can be misused, encouraging critical thinking in English.
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What is a 'viral trend' in English?
A 'viral trend' means something, like a video or idea, that quickly becomes very popular and spreads rapidly across the internet, often on social media.
How can I spot fake videos online?
Look for small visual mistakes, like strange movements or unnatural facial expressions, and check if the video has proper disclosures if it's an ad.
What does 'AI tools' mean?
'AI tools' refers to software or programs that use artificial intelligence to perform tasks, such as changing faces in videos or generating text.
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