Misinformation spreads rapidly on social media amid Iran conflict

Amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, misinformation spread rapidly on social media platforms, exploiting AI technology. A fake account impersonating Iran's Supreme Leader posted a viral video of the Burj Khalifa on fire, misleading users before being fact-checked. Experts highlight the unprecedented speed and scale at which both true and false information is disseminated online.

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