Fact File: Viral video of Ghislaine Maxwell in Quebec City made with AI, creator says
2026-02-23
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An AI face-swapping system was used to create a viral video falsely showing Ghislaine Maxwell in Quebec City, Canada. The manipulated video led to public confusion and conspiracy theories before being debunked, highlighting the risks of AI-generated misinformation.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The video explicitly involves an AI system (face-swapping AI) used to generate manipulated content that led to misinformation and public confusion, which is a form of harm to communities. The AI system's use directly contributed to the spread of false impressions about Maxwell, fulfilling the criteria for an AI Incident. The creator's clarification and labeling do not negate the fact that harm occurred. Therefore, this event is best classified as an AI Incident.[AI generated]