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TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other short-form video platforms are struggling to manage a flood of AI-generated spam. This surge in automated content is making it increasingly difficult for users and algorithms alike to distinguish between genuine creative work and low-quality, mass-produced videos. The influx is putting a strain on content moderation efforts and questioning the effectiveness of existing engagement metrics used by recommendation systems. As discussions intensify online (fueled by platforms like Reddit), the industry is exploring whether new AI-powered detection tools are necessary to preserve content quality and prevent the platforms from being overwhelmed by synthetic spam.