AI-edited photo of Argentine footballer circulates on social media
An AI-edited photograph of Argentine footballer Enzo Hoyos was shared on social media, depicting him as overweight and triggering widespread criticism and ridicule. The altered image went viral with amplification from influencers and streamers before Hoyos publicly responded, asserting the photo was obviously edited and that he had only minimal weight gain.
What happened
An altered photograph of Enzo Hoyos, a 25-year-old midfielder recently signed by Ferro, circulated on social media platform X showing him with an exaggerated altered appearance, depicting him as overweight. The image was taken out of context, edited with AI, and rapidly spread and replicated with even more exaggerated edits across social media.
Reported impact
Hoyos faced criticism on social media regarding his physical condition during preseason training. Streamers and influencers amplified the controversy, and confusion was generated when his name was mixed with another footballer's.
Index analysis
The edited image was created intentionally to misrepresent Hoyos's physical state. Hoyos stated the photo was obviously edited, noting that while he arrived with two or three extra kilos, the image made it appear as if he had gained thirty kilos.
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