MurkySky

Detect AI disinformation content and verify news.

Overview

Background

The general public, regardless of AI expertise, needs a reliable detection/checker tool to verify AI-generated misinformation, because access to credible information strengthens digital media literacy.

Challenge

The general public, regardless of AI expertise, needs a reliable detection/checker tool to verify AI-generated misinformation, because access to credible information strengthens digital media literacy.

Rapid Development of Gen AI Tools

Lack of Liability on Social Media Platforms

Absence of AI-Powered Solutions in the Industry

Goal

We aim to address the rise of fake news by Gen AI, driven by technological advancements, legal constraints, and market gaps.

Role

UX Researcher & UX Designer

Timeline

March 2 - 8, 2025

Tool

Figma

User Research

🕗 30 minutes

👤 5 participants

📝 1:1 in-depth interview

Research Questions

  1. What features and functionalities do users expect from AI-detection & fact-checking tools?

  2. What challenges do users face when verifying misinformation with AI-detection & fact-checking tools?

Interview Insights

⚒️ Expectations for Feature Improvements

Details

Quotes

🙏 Trust & Transparency in AI Detection

🚧 Usability & Interaction Barriers

✅ Fact-Checking Verification Behavior

User Journey

Based on the user journey mapping, we found that…

Discovery & Access

Users need intuitive navigation and onboarding to effectively engage.

Input

Users expect diverse input options and clear feedback to improve usability.

Review Results

Providing contextual explanations and visual clarity helps interpretation.

Evaluate & Decide

Transparent reasoning and source verification strengthen trust.

Product Design

Concept

Value Proposition

Detect AI-driven fake news
and enhance public media literacy

Main Functionalities

Identify AI-generated content 
and verify government-related fake news

Target Audience

General public with minimal technical expertise, seeking to fact-check news

Key Features

  • Support multimedia input

  • Connect to primary sources

  • Verify information based on government statements and trusted news agencies

Brainstorming

We came up with 4 sections of websites, which are Home, Tool, Result, and Trending News.

Wireframe

V1

First, we came up with a vertical navigation bar, referencing Google Fact Check Tools. However, we realized we need more space for the verification section.

V2

We moved the navigation bar to the top. For the better visibility, increased the space of the “results” section; replaced news thumbnails with card format.

Final Design

Placeholder: extension

MVP Flow

Make it stand out.

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