Viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend sparks fun fake videos but also real fear

A viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend has led to the creation of numerous fake videos circulating on social media, causing enough concern that police forces in Ireland and the UK have felt compelled to issue public statements clarifying that the images are fabricated. While the trend started as entertainment, it has generated real anxiety among some viewers who believed the content to be authentic.