Enjoy 'AI slop' summer. What's coming next is worse
Briefly

AI image and video generation tools have gained immense popularity, leading to a boom in AI-generated content across major social networks like TikTok and Facebook. While these tools allow for easy content production and higher engagement rates, critics label much of this output as 'AI slop'—low-quality material often created by low-paid workers in developing countries. This trend raises alarm about the spread of misinformation, as AI-generated content often pushes aside high-quality human-created material, leading to potential inaccuracies and a cluttered media landscape.
AI-generated content has surged across platforms, often deemed 'AI slop', primarily produced by low-wage workers aiming for clicks and revenue.
The rise of AI content has led to concerns about quality; much falls into the 'AI slop' category, cluttering social media with low-effort creations.
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