Stanford professor Jeff Hancock is accused of using AI-generated quotes in a legal argument supporting a Minnesota bill on deepfakes. Some quotes, such as “deepfakes and the illusion of authenticity”, could not be found, raising concerns about AI hallucinations. Fake AI citation allegations have sparked significant debate. Critics argue that this undermines the credibility of Hancock’s testimony. Hancock, known for his work on misinformation, has not yet responded. This incident highlights ongoing issues with AI credibility in legal contexts. The academic community is closely monitoring the developments. Earlier, the WCED fake AI cheating video in exams had raised further concerns about the misuse of AI in education.
