The Rise of AI-Generated Content: Viral Trends and Social Impact
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The article discusses the rise of 'AI slop,' low-quality, surreal, and often copyright-violating content created using AI tools that flood social media platforms, driven by algorithmic engagement and a global economy that rewards virality over quality, with creators from around the world making a living through this phenomenon.
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