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The FAIK Files explores the mysterious and often wacky intersection of AI, technology, and humanity. From cognitive warfare to digital deception, we examine how AI is reshaping our reality through news, research, and real-world examples. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into a world where anything can be faked, truth is increasingly elusive, and human nature meets artificial intelligence head-on.
Welcome back to The FAIK Files!
In this week's episode:
Microsoft introduces "Vibe Working" with "Agent Mode" and "Office Agent" in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
We explore the hype and backlash surrounding AI video, including the saga of Tilly Norwood.
Meta launches "Vibes," a new feed featuring AI-generated short-form videos, while OpenAI drops Sora 2.
More chatbot woes are reported, alongside a fun exploit allowing takeover of Unitree Robots.
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*** NOTES AND REFERENCES ***
Microsoft Introduces “Vibe Working”:
Article (The Verge): https://www.theverge.com/news/787076/microsoft-office-agent-mode-office-agent-anthropic-models?utm_content=buffer5e866&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bsky.app&utm_campaign=verge_social
Microsoft’s Release: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/09/29/vibe-working-introducing-agent-mode-and-office-agent-in-microsoft-365-copilot/
AI video: Hype, backlash, and more:
The saga of Tilly Norwood: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/tilly-norwood-fully-ai-actor-blasted-actors-union-sag-aftra-devaluing-rcna234685
Access Hollywood Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTKlTFxX2XU
Global News Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=II6Hqivj460
Tilly Norwood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tillynorwood/reels/
Particle6: https://www.particle6.com/
OnlySlop! Meta’s new “Vibes” feed with minimal human input:
OpenAI Sora 2: https://openai.com/index/sora-2/
Tech Crunch on Meta’s Vibes: https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/25/meta-launches-vibes-a-short-form-video-feed-of-ai-slop
From Meta on Vibes: https://about.fb.com/news/2025/09/introducing-vibes-ai-videos/
Check out Meta Vibes yourself: https://www.meta.ai/vibes
More Chatbot Woes:
Wired Article: https://www.wired.com/story/chatbots-play-with-emotions-to-avoid-saying-goodbye
Reddit Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/interestingasfuck/comments/1nw2100/an_ai_company_just_spent_1_million_on_print/
Exploit Allows for Takeover of Fleets of Unitree Robots:
https://spectrum-ieee-org.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/spectrum.ieee.org/amp/unitree-robot-exploit-2674029717
*** THE BOILERPLATE ***
About The FAIK Files:
The FAIK Files is an offshoot project from Perry Carpenter's most recent book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions.
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The FAIK Files
The FAIK Files explores the mysterious and often wacky intersection of AI, technology, and humanity. From cognitive warfare to digital deception, we examine how AI is reshaping our reality through news, research, and real-world examples. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into a world where anything can be faked, truth is increasingly elusive, and human nature meets artificial intelligence head-on.
