How to tell if an image is AI-generated

<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A photo of an injured dog by the roadside. A dating profile with pictures that look almost too perfect. A donation appeal showing a family stranded on a rooftop after a flood.</p>

<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Scammers are already using AI-generated images to support fake stories, build trust, and persuade people to send money or share personal information.</p>