US EditionMalaysia Removes AI Deepfake Video After Couple Travels to Visit Fake Cable Car Site
KAMPUNG KUAK HULU, GERIK, PERAK, MALAYSIA, JUL 10 – An elderly couple traveled over 300km after viewing an AI-generated video of a cable car that does not exist, highlighting risks for non-tech-savvy individuals, police warned.
- On June 30, 2025, an elderly couple journeyed from Kuala Lumpur to Perak, covering more than 300 kilometers, with the intention of experiencing a cable car attraction they had seen featured in a widely shared online video.
- An elderly couple traveled from Kuala Lumpur to Perak after seeing an AI-generated video advertising a scenic cable car attraction in Kampung Kuak Hulu, only to discover the ride does not actually exist.
- A hotel worker in Perak explained to the couple that the video was fake and featured a digital reporter, clarifying that the local area has no such cable car ride.
- The Baling District official, Yazlan Sunardie Che Yahaya, acknowledged that the clip was created using AI technology and commented that it provided entertainment despite being artificial. Meanwhile, authorities advised the public to remain cautious about unverified viral content.
- The incident raised warnings about AI misinformation risks for elderly travelers, with calls for vigilance in verifying travel information to prevent similar cases.
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