Social networking platform LinkedIn will be detailing its plans on Wednesday to combat low-value AI content — aka AI slop — in its user feeds.
According to a report in Engadget, the changes will target everything from outright engagement bait to recycled “thought leadership” and other “generic” content that lacks authenticity and originality.
The report added that the company is also taking aim at posts and comments that show obvious signs of AI-generated content, such as “it’s not X, it’s Y” phrasing.
When identified by LinkedIn, Engadget noted, dubious posts will no longer appear in other users’ recommendations, though they’ll still be viewable to a person’s direct connections and followers.
Wednesday’s announcement is expected to provide details on how LinkedIn will distinguish between what adds perspective, context, or expertise to member engagement and what simply repeats existing ideas without contributing anything new.
