What you need to know to tell the difference between real content and AI-manipulated fakes

(InvestigateTV) — Can you tell if an image or video circulating on social media is real or artificial intelligence? InvestigateTV+ investigators asked experts to get the answers you need to know.

Next, we examine fraud in jury service. We spoke to a woman in Arizona. She's sharing her story after losing more than $30,000 in hopes of helping others notice the signs to protect themselves.

Next, head to North Carolina. There, high school students learn leadership skills that help them make good decisions and prepare them for college and the workforce.

Meet the man in Michigan who is lifting the spirits of his community with his thumbs up. Read on to learn more about the challenges he overcame to bring smiles to the faces of those he passed.

AI or real? How to tell the difference between real content and AI-manipulated fakes

Content generated and manipulated by artificial intelligence (AI) becomes indistinguishable from reality, and as technology advances, it becomes easier to fake famous places and people.

The Department of Homeland Security has released a report warning that deepfakes pose a threat to national security, personal finances, and more.

InvestigateTV+ researchers met with two creators who are creating unique AI-powered content on popular social media apps and video streaming sites, equipping people with the skills to spot fakes.

Learn more about what they have to say and see if you can spot AI-manipulated images in interactive digital games. AI or real? How to tell the difference between real content and AI-manipulated fakes

Jury fraud warning: Arizona woman loses more than $30,000

If you miss jury duty, you can face consequences including fines and jail time, and scammers are capitalizing on that very real fear.

An Arizona woman hopes sharing her story can educate others after losing more than $30,000.

The Federal Trade Commission says courts will never force payments over the phone. It also warned of new developments regarding jury duty fraud.

Learn more about what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Leadership programs teach business skills to youth

As of June, only nine Fortune 500 companies are led by Black CEOs, but the Leadership Inside Out program is working to change that by teaching teens leadership skills.

Motivational speaker and author Marlon Smith coaches 9th and 10th grade students through a free program for students at West Charlotte High School. Teens say they've seen changes in themselves since starting the program.

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Stroke survivor inspires community with daily thumbs-up for 10 years

There are some people who know how to make those around them smile, and George Doxtadder is one of them.

For 10 years, he has energized the community by greeting people as they drive by with a thumbs up.

Residents waved, honked their horns and learned his name.

But what they may not know about their beloved neighbor is that Doxtader suffered two major strokes 35 years ago that limited some of his abilities, but not his positive outlook on life.