But not everyone believed she was real. Some people noticed small mistakes in the photos. For example wrong badges on the uniform, strange lighting, and situations that did not look possible.
Moreover, there was no official record of a soldier with her name, which prompted even more questions. Later, experts said the pictures showed clear signs of being made with artificial intelligence. The woman in the photos was probably not real. Now, the WashingtonPost reports that she indeed is made with AI.
The truth behind Jessica Foster
Researchers say fake people like this are becoming more common online. If someone creates a perfect-looking person with an exciting life and strong opinions, it is easier to get attention on social media. When the account becomes popular, it can be used to make money or to spread certain messages.
In this case, the account also directed followers to paid websites, which experts say is a common tactic used to create fake influencers to get clicks and earn money.
The story of Jessica Foster shows how hard it can be today to know what is real online.
With modern AI tools, it is possible to create people who look completely real even if they do not exist. And as this case shows, thousands of people can believe the story before anyone discovers the truth.
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