Is AI Lying to You? The Truth About AI Hallucinations

Has AI ever told you something that sounded completely convincing but turned out to be totally wrong? That's called an AI hallucination, and it's happening more than you think. Michael Allen Lake from ‪@XpandedUniverse‬ breaks it all down — no tech background required. Real examples, a wild personal story (did he really say "Mongolia?"), and zero jargon. Spoiler: hallucination rates for some AI tools run as high as 88%. Let's talk about that. Whether you're just starting to use AI, are comfortable with it and use it regularly, or remain a little skeptical, this video will give you the knowledge and confidence to use AI smarter. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:13 What is an AI hallucination? 01:29 Compound hallucinations (and why they're sneaky) 02:00 Real-world risks — including a defamation case and Apple Intelligence 03:40 Hallucination rates — the numbers are alarming 04:24 Why this may never fully go away 05:56 How to protect yourself 06:54 Michael, Mongolia, and the PhD 09:36 Conclusion: Trust but verify 🔔 Subscribe for more plain-English explainers from Xpanded Universe.