How does AI affect the search for truth?

AI transforms how information is created, distributed, and consumed. Tools like ChatGPT or AI-generated images can enhance education and productivity, but they also pose risks of deepfakes and fabricated content. Media literacy is crucial for teaching people how to identify AI-generated material and evaluate whether sources are credible. For example, watermarking and fact-checking tools help detect synthetic content. Evidence shows AI can be a force for good—improving healthcare, climate science, and accessibility—if society pairs innovation with critical evaluation and regulation. The future of truth in the AI era depends on responsible use and literacy.