Overview

• Deepak Kanakaraju posted an AI-generated image on LinkedIn claiming a casual meeting with Elon Musk, alongside a fabricated quote about AI fueling fake news.
• He made clear the photo and words were intentionally fake to illustrate how AI can blur fact and fiction, and no meeting actually occurred.
• The post rapidly gained traction online and was widely reported by India Today, Hindustan Times, and Times Now.
• Reactions ranged from amusement to concern, with users noting the picture’s realism and the difficulty of verifying such content.
• Reports identify Kanakaraju as a Bengaluru-based founder and CEO, with background details sourced from his LinkedIn bio.