This Week in Tech (Audio) TWiT 1052: It's a Nice Day for CRM - AI Slop, Media Power, & the Future of Trust
Oct 6, 2025
Joining the discussion are Patrick Beja, an independent podcaster known for his tech insights; Georgia Dow, a therapist and media commentator; and Iain Thomson, an investigative journalist from The Register. They dive into the implications of AI-generated videos, debating whether we face a culture crisis as trust erodes. The panel scrutinizes TikTok's influence on news consumption, and the risks of government control over apps. They also explore how platforms like YouTube are responding to legal pressures while navigating the evolving landscape of creative opportunities.
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AI Video Crosses The Believability Threshold
- Generative AI video (Sora 2) has arrived and produces content that looks believable enough to erode trust in what we see.
- The tech both enables creative possibilities and accelerates a flood of low-quality "slop" that will complicate rights, trust, and verification.
Trying Sora Cameos With Justine
- Leo described creating a Sora cameo by reciting three random numbers and making a quick video with Justine.
- He found it addictive and noted invites are being traded on Reddit and Discord.
Prepare For Monetization And Rights Sharing
- Expect providers to pivot to monetization like ads or micropayments to cover huge video-generation costs.
- Plan for rights-holder revenue-sharing and guardrails when building or using generative video platforms.
