A resident of Primorye in Russia faces a fine of up to RUB100,000 ($1,088) for creating and distributing a fake video using artificial intelligence that depicted an Amur tiger attack, Russia's Ministry of Natural Resources reported on January 5.
The RUB100,000 fine is the maximum penalty under current Russian legislation for deliberately distributing misleading content that could provoke public alarm. Authorities have not indicated whether additional charges related to wildlife protection violations or public safety concerns might be pursued.
The ministry identified the video as fake after concerned citizens contacted authorities about the footage. The AI-generated content spread rapidly through local social media communities, causing panic among residents in the Far Eastern region.
"We carefully examined the footage and reassured Primorye residents that it was made using AI. To prevent the joker from causing more trouble, a police report was filed," the ministry stated.
Law enforcement agencies have launched an investigation into the distribution of potentially dangerous disinformation. The case could establish one of the first legal precedents in Russia for holding individuals accountable for fake content created using neural networks.
The Primorye resident used artificial intelligence tools to simulate the tiger attack scenario, though authorities have not disclosed which specific AI platform was employed. The video's realistic appearance contributed to widespread concern before officials confirmed its artificial origin.
Russia's Ministry of Natural Resources maintains responsibility for monitoring wildlife-related information and has increasingly focused on combating false reports that could affect public safety or wildlife conservation efforts.
The Amur tiger population in Primorye remains a sensitive conservation issue, with approximately 600 individuals living in the wild across the region.
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