# AI-generated disinformation in Bolivia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ai-generated-disinformation-in-bolivia
> Updated: 2026-09-02T22:57:18.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In late August 2026, fact-checkers identified a viral photograph as an AI-generated fake. The image, which circulated on Facebook and TikTok, falsely depicted Fernando Cerimedo alongside Bolivian deputy Claudia Bilbao. Technical analysis indicated a 99.8% probability of AI generation due to irregularities in shadows and facial integration.

By early September, further instances of AI-manipulated imagery emerged on social media. A new montage, designed to mimic a post from the news outlet Red Uno, falsely suggested a professional link between Amilcar Barral and Cerimedo. Verification tools identified a 90 percent probability that the image was created or heavily edited using artificial intelligence.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Bolivia: AI-manipulated image falsely links Amilcar Barral to Fernando Cerimedo

Fact-checkers have debunked a manipulated AI-generated image falsely claiming Amilcar Barral works for Fernando Cerimedo, noting the image was not published by Red Uno.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bolivia-ai-manipulated-image-falsely-links-amilcar-barral-to-fernando-cerimedo

### 2026-08-24: AI-generated photo of Fernando Cerimedo and Claudia Bilbao debunked

A viral photo depicting Fernando Cerimedo and deputy Claudia Bilbao has been debunked as an AI-generated fake following technical analysis showing high probabilities of artificial manipulation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ai-generated-photo-of-fernando-cerimedo-and-claudia-bilbao-debunked

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