Fakes Guide

: Not all digital fakes use AI. Some are simply "slowed down" videos (e.g., to make someone appear intoxicated) or "sped up" clips to make movements look more aggressive [23]. ⚖️ What to Do if You Find a Fake If you suspect you've purchased a counterfeit item:

: Authentic Pokémon cards have a distinct black film layer inside. While "ripping" is definitive, it's destructive; instead, look for a black line on the side of the card [24]. : Not all digital fakes use AI

: On platforms like Amazon, always check the "sold by" section. Buying directly from a brand's official store is safer than third-party sellers with ratings under 90% [5]. : Deepfakes may fail at representing natural physics,

: Deepfakes may fail at representing natural physics, such as blinking too little/too much or having lip movements that don't quite match the audio [22, 31]. 31]. : In Magic: The Gathering

: In Magic: The Gathering, check the printing pattern (rosettes) under magnification. Fake cards often have "jumbled mess" patterns instead of clear, layered ink [9, 26, 43].