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AI Videos Surge on Social Media Amid Controversy

8/28/2025

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AI-generated videos, referred to as "AI slop," are increasingly popular on social media despite criticism for their repetitiveness.
TikTok and YouTube are revising policies to regulate this content without imposing bans.
Creator Mark Garilao asserts his AI videos are both creative and lucrative.
Critics contend that mass-produced AI content threatens traditional creators and may contribute to misinformation.

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Story summary

AI-generated videos, referred to as "AI slop," are increasingly popular on social media despite criticism for their repetitiveness.
TikTok and YouTube are revising policies to regulate this content without imposing bans.
Creator Mark Garilao asserts his AI videos are both creative and lucrative.
Critics contend that mass-produced AI content threatens traditional creators and may contribute to misinformation.