24.02.2026 10:50
A fake image created by artificial intelligence claiming that Fulya Öztürk was involved in a traffic accident quickly spread on social media. While Öztürk reacted by denying the allegations, the incident brought the discussion of information pollution caused by artificial intelligence back to the forefront.
A fake image created by artificial intelligence regarding journalist Fulya Öztürk's traffic accident spread rapidly on social media. The photo, which gives the impression of being taken in a hospital environment and shows bruises on her face, received thousands of interactions.
IT TURNED OUT TO BE FALSE
While the post called for "get well soon" messages for Öztürk, it was revealed that the image was generated by artificial intelligence and did not reflect the truth. It was stated that there was no official accident record or health statement.
FULYA ÖZTÜRK'S REACTION
Following the spread of the claims, Fulya Öztürk made a statement on her social media account. Öztürk stated that the posts claiming she had an accident were not true, saying, "5,000 people believed this and wrote get well soon... What can I say to those who did this and to those who believed it?"
DISCUSSION ON MANIPULATION BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
The incident brought back discussions about the dissemination of images produced by artificial intelligence as if they were real and the resulting information pollution. Experts point out that the rapid spread of unverified content undermines both personal rights and public trust.