2024-03-18
AI-generated “meaningless” YouTube, Instagram videos for kids

Concerns are growing over the proliferation of AI-generated videos targeted at children. They are very popular among kids and have attracted millions of views on YouTube and social media platforms like Tik Tok and Instagram.

However, these videos are often criticised for being nonsensical or having low educational value.

How has AI enabled the mass production of these videos? How can they affect children’s’ cognitive development and what can be done about this phenomenon?  Listen to AI consultant Raj Shroff and educational psychologist Pokky Choi’s takes on the issue.

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