YouTube is taking a major step to combat AI-generated “slop” with new automatic detection and labeling for videos that heavily use photorealistic AI. Announced this week, the platform will now automatically apply AI labels to content featuring significant photorealistic AI generation or alteration, regardless of whether creators manually disclose it. This targets videos realistic enough to potentially fool viewers, while less deceptive content (like animated or lightly edited clips) will keep milder disclosures in the description. The new, more prominent AI label will appear directly below the video player on long-form content and as an overlay on Shorts — making it impossible to miss. Creators remain responsible for self-disclosing realistic AI use, and they can appeal incorrect automatic labels in YouTube Studio. However, labels are permanent for videos made with YouTube’s own AI tools (such as Veo and Dream Screen) or those carrying C2PA metadata. The move comes as AI-generated videos — particularly in Shorts — have flooded the platform, frustrating many users who feel the quality and authenticity of YouTube is rapidly declining. In a related update, YouTube is also rolling out customizable AI-powered content feeds in the U.S. Users can type a prompt describing their interests, mood, or topics, and the platform will generate a tailored feed (requires search and watch history enabled). This dual announcement reflects YouTube’s ongoing battle to balance creator tools with viewer trust in an era of increasingly sophisticated AI content. Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post YouTube rolls out automatic AI video labeling — even if creators hide it appeared first on MacDailyNews. You're currently a free subscriber to MacDailyNews. For the full experience, upgrade your subscription.
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