AI ‘content creators’ are getting harder to spot
… In that uncertainty, the AI influencer ecosystem is thriving. …
… In that uncertainty, the AI influencer ecosystem is thriving. …
… It shared this as proof: Image: Jarczak’s code shows that his fork of OrcaSlicer identifies itself as “BambuStudio,” but mostly just by saying that out loud and hoping Bambu’s systems don’t ask any questions. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/code.jpg?quality=90&strip… …
… But The New Yorker didn’t create this problem, and it didn’t single-handedly create the conditions of uncertainty illustrators have faced since long before we had gen AI to contend with. …
… Whether or not Explosive Media is one of these state-sponsored studios, state accounts — like those belonging to Iranian embassies around the world — were nevertheless reposting its Lego videos. …
… So, anytime we’re facing a lot of uncertainty or ambiguity, I tend to just start writing to help myself think about it. …