Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, Hsinchu mayor Kao Chun-an shared a photo of eating ice cream on the summer solstice, sparking allegations of photo theft and synthesis. Hsinchu City Hall clarified that the image was AI-generated, showcasing their smart management. Despite criticisms, Kao Chun-an displayed a photo with a mango ice cream bowl, with added text referring to the solstice and advised cooling off by eating ice cream. The post faced scrutiny for discrepancies in attire and date references. Identified as a promotion for a Kaohsiung ice cream shop, netizens appreciated the unintended publicity. In response to doubts, the city's administrative director attributed the photo to recent AI technology advancements and Mayor Kao's efforts to introduce AI in governance, also mentioning gratitude towards NVIDIA Chairman Huang Renxun for contributing to the AI era's progress.
Source: YAHOO