AI Drives Rise of Low-Quality Content

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The word \"slop\" is Merriam-Webster's word of the year for 2025. It describes fake online content, often made by generative AI.

\"Slop\" first meant soft mud in the 1700s, showing little value. Now, it means low-quality digital content produced greatly by AI.

New AI tools can quickly create many realistic images and videos. This raises worries about misinformation, fake content, and misuse online.

The word \"slop\" can bring to mind unpleasant or dirty images. However, its popularity also shows people want real and genuine things.

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What does the word 'slop' mean in 2025?

It describes fake online content, often made by generative AI.

What did 'slop' mean in the 1700s?

'Slop' first meant soft mud in the 1700s.

Why are people worried about new AI tools?

They raise worries about misinformation, fake content, and misuse online.

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