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Fact check: How AI videos hijack your emotions in 8 seconds

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Silja Thoms | Anwar Ashraf | Evgenij Dubnov
October 8, 2025

Welcome to the world of AI slop. Short, AI-generated clips are flooding the internet, drowning out authentic and original stories. They may look harmless, but they are one of the biggest misinformation tools.

AI-generated slop videos are flooding social media. The short, emotionally charged clips can be made with minimal effort using tools like Google’s Veo 3. These 8–10 second videos exploit emotional triggers, often lack realism, and can spread misinformation, including fake news and propaganda. Experts warn of their dangers and urge viewers to verify sources and push for regulation and labeling of AI content.

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