TikTok is once again in the spotlight. Despite its massive popularity, the platform often attracts controversy. Recently, a new survey found that the platform contains hundreds of AI-generated low-quality videos, which is even more than on YouTube. Researchers say these videos are often made quickly, attract views easily, and may not always provide accurate information.
The report comes as AI tools are becoming common among content creators. Making videos now takes less time than before. While that helps creators, it also makes it easier for poor-quality content to spread across social media.
TikTok's user base is massive. However, again, a survey report has surprised TikTok users. Recently, Kapwing conducted a survey in which the organization manually reviewed over 10,000 TikTok videos across 20 categories. It even ran a fresh account test to count the number of AI-generated videos in the first 500 videos that come to one’s feed.
The survey result has revealed that 294 of 500 For You videos on TikTok are generated by AI. The number, compared to YouTube, is about 3 times higher. The most shocking part here is that 57% of TikTok kids’ videos were AI-made, the highest percentage ever recorded for a kids section.
When one types #cartoonkids on the platform, 97 out of 100 videos are AI-generated. The next two categories with the highest AI slop rates are Science and Education (35%) and Health (33.8%).
TikTok's fast-scrolling format plays a role in the increase of AI slops. Users can watch dozens of clips in a short time. Many videos are viewed before people stop to question whether the information is real.
Not every AI-made video is a problem. Creators often use AI tools to make videos. That's not the problem; the issue is that some of these videos contain misinformation, which is hard to identify in most cases.
Young people are one of the most vulnerable targets. Experts fear the constant exposure to AI-generated content will erase the line between real and fake. Some videos contain fake images, stories, or claims. They often look plausible at first glance. This can make it easier for false information to spread.
There is also concern that viewers may stop checking facts from trusted sources. Over time, that could weaken media awareness among younger audiences.
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More young users now search TikTok for answers instead of using Google. That’s what makes the quality of content even more important.
If AI-generated misinformation continues to grow, users may find it harder to trust what they see online. The challenge for platforms is not only removing bad content but also making sure people find reliable information.