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Social Media Deepfakes and Scam Ads

Social platforms' response to deepfakes and scam ads, including rule-making, ad removals, and public-facing statements, and the limitations of these measures.

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Jan 19, 2026
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How have social platforms responded to manipulated videos and ads promoting fake medical cures?

Social platforms have responded with a mix of rule-making, ad removals, automated detection and public-facing statements, but investigators and researchers say those measures have often lagged behind ...

Jan 20, 2026

How have social media platforms changed ad review and takedown policies in response to AI‑generated health ads?

Social platforms have responded to the rise of AI‑generated health ads by tightening category rules, restricting tracking and targeting, and preparing AI‑enabled ad tools — but the reporting shows pla...

Jan 19, 2026

What steps should victims take if they interacted with a fake Sheikh Hamdan account?

A well-documented wave of impersonation scams uses Sheikh Hamdan’s name and images to solicit money, jobs or “royal” documents; victims should immediately stop contact, verify authenticity against the...

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