Dr. Hemin Ibrahim, Head of the Cybersecurity department at Tishk International University, served as a trainer during the first training course on disinformation generated by artificial intelligence, held in Erbil. The training took place from November 30 to December 2, 2024.
Over two days, Dr. Hemin Ibrahim introduced participants to fundamental concepts of artificial intelligence (AI), its role in media, and how AI can be utilized to detect fake news. He also provided hands-on guidance on developing AI models specifically tailored to identify Kurdish fake news.
The training was organized by the Peace and Freedom Organization as part of a project supported by the U.S. Consulate General-Erbil, titled “Counteracting Disinformation Generated by Artificial Intelligence.” The three-day course aimed to enhance the skills of 25 journalists and university students from various cities in the Kurdistan Region and Kirkuk governorate.
Keywords: Dr. Hemin Ibrahim, AI Training, Disinformation, Countering Disinformation, Tishk International University, Cybersecurity, Peace and Freedom Organization, U.S. Consulate General-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Kirkuk, Fake News, Journalists, University Students
