Meta failed to flag AI video during 2025 Israel-Iran war, Oversight Board says

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Meta's Oversight Board has criticized the company for failing to label an AI-generated video depicting alleged damage in Haifa during the 2025 Israel-Iran war. The video went viral without synthetic media labeling, raising concerns about disinformation during armed conflicts. The board is urging platforms to improve detection and disclosure of AI-generated content in conflict zones.

The board says Meta should have labeled a viral AI-generated video of alleged damage in Haifa during the 2025 Israel-Iran war, urging platforms to do more to help users spot synthetic media in conflicts.