How to spot, fact-check misinformation and AI [Video]

At VERIFY, our mission is to help our audience know what’s true and false. We know that can sometimes be challenging. Whether it’s a graphic on social media, a questionable quote from a politician or celebrity, a video claiming to show something shocking, or an extreme statement from a friend or family member, it can feel hard to know what’s real.  

VERIFY is a group of journalists who work to find the truth behind these kinds of claims. Some claims are difficult to fact-check, but many others can be simple if you know the right things to look for.

Here are a few key steps to consider when you see something you want to VERIFY. We hope this helps you spot …