Coup in Paris: How an AI-generated video caused Macron a major headache

The video rapidly racked up more than 12 million views after it was shared on Facebook. France's President Emmanuel Macron discovered news of his own supposed overthrow, after he received a message of concern, along with a link to a Facebook video. "On Sunday (14 December) one of my African counterparts got in touch, writing 'Dear president, what's happening to you? I'm very worried,'” Macron told readers of French local newspaper La Provence on 16 December. Alongside the message, a compelling video showcasing a swirling helicopter, military personnel, crowds and — what appears to be — a news anchor delivering...