AI-generated content

OpenAI has temporarily suspended the generation of videos depicting Martin Luther King Jr. on its Sora platform after users created “disrespectful depictions.” The company cites concerns about the misuse of AI to portray historical figures and is enhancing its platform’s “guardrails.” Public figures can request exclusion from Sora-generated videos. This incident highlights the ethical challenges of AI-generated content, following similar concerns raised by Zelda Williams and Scarlett Johansson. This event underscores the need for robust safeguards in AI content creation tools.

CreateAI Holdings has launched Animon, an AI-powered anime video generation platform in China, along with Animon Studio for professional creators. Animon, globally available since April 2025, aims to democratize anime content creation with optimized tools catering to local styles and preferences. It allows both enthusiasts and professionals to produce high-quality anime, from short content to micro-series, with features like image-to-image editing and super-resolution support. This move aims to foster a thriving anime community and drive innovation in the Chinese anime industry.

A Douyin user, Wang Moumou, created a fake missing-child post using AI, generating widespread concern. The fabricated video detailed a fictional abduction, complete with a pilfered image of a child. Investigations revealed the hoax, leading to Wang’s arrest. He confessed to using AI to gain online followers. The incident highlights the dangers of AI-generated misinformation and the ethical implications of exploiting social media algorithms for personal gain, prompting calls for increased media literacy and responsible online behavior.

An AI-generated missing person poster, featuring a fabricated girl and distressed plea, went viral, garnering over 1.6 million views. The creator confessed to fabricating the story using AI to gain attention and clicks. The incident sparked a police investigation and administrative detention, highlighting the potential for AI misuse to create deceptive content and disrupt public order, raising concerns about ethical AI usage and the spread of AI-generated misinformation.

The internet experiences a decline in human-generated content as AI creations proliferate. This surge fuels “Generative Engine Optimization” (GEO), a new tactic aiming to manipulate AI outputs. Legitimate applications, like Bacula Enterprises, enhance visibility with credible content. However, widespread exploitation, seen on platforms like DeepSeek, involves flooding systems with promotional content to game rankings—turning genuine products top recommendations. This arms race risks transforming the web into a battleground dominated by corporate agendas, threatening authenticity and user trust.