Marketplace Tech Welcome to the 'infocalypse'
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Jan 21, 2026 In this engaging discussion, Aviv Ovadya, founder and CEO of the AI and Democracy Foundation, dives into the looming 'infocalypse'—the crisis of misinformation fueled by AI. He highlights how AI complicates trust, exposing society to propaganda and fraud. Ovadya warns of 'information pollution' impacting users and journalists alike. He emphasizes the need for robust verification tools and thoughtful governance to protect democracy. Despite the challenges, he remains optimistic about finding solutions to enhance our information ecosystem.
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Verification Costs Outpace Creation Costs
- The information ecosystem was already failing long before generative AI amplified problems.
- Aviv Ovadya warns AI lowers creation costs while raising verification costs for everyone.
AI Multiplies Types Of Harm
- AI broadens harms from scams and propaganda to non-consensual imagery and targeted emotional manipulation.
- These harms raise costs for individuals and institutions and can drive social division.
Adopt Media Authentication Standards
- Use existing technical standards that let devices cryptographically attest to authentic photos and media.
- Push platforms to implement these credentials so verification travels with content.