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Instagram Chief Says AI Has Ended Default Trust in Photos, Urges Device-Level Proof

He outlines a shift toward cryptographic proofs of capture to bolster provenance as detection of synthetic media falls behind.

Overview

  • Adam Mosseri says synthetic images and videos are now so prevalent that viewers should begin with skepticism rather than assume visuals are real.
  • He warns platforms may label AI at first but will grow less effective as models improve, with reports noting Meta cannot reliably detect manipulated media today.
  • Mosseri advocates "fingerprinting" authentic content by having camera manufacturers cryptographically sign files at the moment of capture to establish a chain of custody.
  • He urges clearer AI labels and richer account context—who operates an account, when it was created, and posting history—so users can better assess credibility.
  • He declares Instagram’s polished feed "dead" and says a raw, unproduced aesthetic will serve as a temporary authenticity signal while industry standards and cooperation are worked out.