Decoding the Digital. AI-Deepfakes, Clickbait, and You

AI can fake news, voices, and images in seconds, and it’s getting harder to tell what’s real. Join this interactive session to learn the quick checks that help you spot AI-driven misinformation before you share it.

You’ll see how deepfakes and synthetic media work, how headlines and images get subtly manipulated, and how context can be twisted. No tech background needed, just practical habits you can use immediately while scrolling or in group chats.

Featuring a guest AI security expert, Eoin Reid, with real-world examples and practical tips. You’ll leave with a simple toolkit for deciding what to trust, what to verify, and what to do when you’re unsure. Eoin works as a Security Analyst at Vectra AI, a cybersecurity company that helps organisations detect and stop attacks.

This is the third of six ERASMUS+ special events on how to make the digital world yours, funded by the EU’s ERASMUS+ Programme.

All participants under 30 can receive a Youthpass Certificate – a European recognition of non-formal learning that looks great on your CV.