AI Slop Dominates YouTube, Raising Concerns for Content Quality
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A report by Kapwing reveals that over 21% of YouTube content is now AI-generated, dubbed 'AI slop,' with South Korea leading in consumption. The rise of AI in content creation extends beyond video to written articles and workplace materials, raising concerns about quality and authenticity. Platforms like TikTok are taking steps to combat AI slop by introducing features to identify AI-generated content.
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