Facebook Is Filled With AI-Generated Garbage — And Older Adults Are Being Tricked
Experts say it won't be long until we're all vulnerable.
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The Lede

AI-made art isn't evident to everyone: it seems that older users — generally those in Generation X and above — are falling for these visuals en masse on social media. It's not just evidenced by TikTok videos and a cursory glance at your mom's Facebook activity either — there's data behind it.

Key Details

  • Take a look at the comment section of any of these AI-generated photos and you'll find them filled with older users commenting that they're "beautiful" or "amazing," often adorning these posts with heart and prayer emojis.
  • Why do older adults not only fall for these pages — but seem to enjoy them?
  • Experts do have a hunch — and it's not as simple an explanation as you might expect.

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