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“No Traces of AI”: Fact Check Cyprus Investigates Controversial Video

Published January 9, 2026, 06:22

Fact Check Cyprus investigated a video circulating on the “X” platform, depicting conversations between three Cypriot political and business figures regarding potential illegal funding and circumvention of sanctions. The investigation found no clear traces of artificial intelligence (AI) or deepfake in the video, particularly in the areas where faces appear. However, the identity of the account that posted the video, who presents themselves as an “independent analyst,” could not be determined. Furthermore, it cannot be confirmed whether the video has been edited or presented out of context. The police and Attorney General have been informed about the video, which is being described as a possible case of hybrid activity.