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Viral photo of Thai rescuers with Laos cave survivors found to be AI-generated

Viral photo of Thai rescuers with Laos cave survivors found to be AI-generated

A social media post - claiming to show Thai rescuers assisting Laos citizens trapped in a cave - has gone viral. However, Thai PBS Verify has revealed that the image is AI-generated and does not depict the actual rescue mission.

Jun 2, 2026 | Science & Tech

AI-generated content of Nattaphong Ruengpanyawut and Dhanin Chearavanont linked to fraudulent investment link

AI-generated content of Nattaphong Ruengpanyawut and Dhanin Chearavanont linked to fraudulent investment link

Thai PBS Verify has discovered a suspicious news article: Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, leader of the People’s Party, allegedly speaks against Thai billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont in a famous news program, while promoting an automated income-generating investment link. However, the featured imagery is found to be an AI deepfake. Meanwhile, Mr. Dhanin’s CP Group has come forward to confirm that the report is entirely fake, adding that legal action is currently underway against those involved.

May 21, 2026 | Science & Tech

Trend to forward “Object to Meta use of personal photos” messages found to be chain letter

Trend to forward “Object to Meta use of personal photos” messages found to be chain letter

A trend of sharing messages to "object" to Meta using personal data has resurfaced online once again. This has led many users to misunderstand the situation and question legal implications.

Apr 9, 2026 | Science & Tech

Watch Chinese Short Dramas & Earn 1,400 Baht? This Is Just Scam Tactic

Watch Chinese Short Dramas & Earn 1,400 Baht? This Is Just Scam Tactic

Thai PBS Verify uncovered a Chinese app luring users with promises of 1,400 baht for watching ‘duanju,’ aka Chinese short dramas. Police warn don’t click on these links, share personal data, or transfer money — because it’s a scam.

Feb 3, 2026 | Science & Tech

Scam Alert! Social Media Page Claiming to Be Famous Krabi Hotel Was Found Fake

Scam Alert! Social Media Page Claiming to Be Famous Krabi Hotel Was Found Fake

A fraudulent page was found on social media, aiming to deceive victims into booking rooms and transferring money. Meanwhile, the hotel itself — Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi — has warned the public to always verify the account name before making any reservation payment.

Feb 3, 2026 | Science & Tech

Viral Image On Crane Collapse on Train at Sikhio Appears to Be AI‑Generated, But Incident Is Real

Viral Image On Crane Collapse on Train at Sikhio Appears to Be AI‑Generated, But Incident Is Real

In the aftermath of the crane collapse incident in Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima, the viral aerial photo showing wreckage and alleged casualties was not authentic. Verification found the image had no source and did not match the actual scene. Image‑analysis tools indicated it was likely created using artificial intelligence (AI). The State Railway of Thailand confirmed the picture was fake and not taken at the crash site.

Jan 15, 2026 | Science & Tech

The Scandal Nurse Video is Actually a Fake AI Clip.

The Scandal Nurse Video is Actually a Fake AI Clip.

Thai PBS Verify investigated a clip featuring an older woman criticizing a nurse's service and found it was an AI-generated clip, leading to hundreds of people being misled.

Nov 18, 2025 | Science & Tech

Verified: Facebook Post Claiming ‘South Korean Police Arrested Cambodian illegal Workers’ Was Actually Created from an Old Video – AI

Verified: Facebook Post Claiming ‘South Korean Police Arrested Cambodian illegal Workers’ Was Actually Created from an Old Video – AI

Thai PBS Verify found a Facebook post claiming that Cambodian workers were arrested by South Korean police after protesting for justice, leading to popular online media and famous influencers believing and sharing it thousands of times. However, upon verification, it was found that the images were merely created by combining AI-generated content with pictures of an old incident.

Oct 18, 2025 | Science & Tech

Verified: “Kim Jong-un” cries and thanks Thailand for sending rice to aid North Korea

Verified: “Kim Jong-un” cries and thanks Thailand for sending rice to aid North Korea

The claim that “Kim Jong-un cried and thanked Thailand for sending rice to help North Korea” is false — the video was generated by AI. According to experts, Thailand once exported rice to North Korea, but North Korea failed to make payment.

Oct 9, 2025 | Science & Tech