kill switch how to make money from fake AI videos
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May 7, 2025 
Jason Koebler, an investigative reporter and co-founder of 404 Media, dives into the wild world of AI-generated content. Discussing the viral phenomenon of 'AI Slop,' he reveals how absurd images, like Shrimp Jesus, became monetized. Explore how creators leverage Facebook’s bonus programs, tailoring content for wealthier audiences. Koebler also highlights the dangerous mix of humans and bots in the ecosystem, predicting the rapid rise of deepfakes and spammy monetization strategies, all while reflecting on the local impacts of fake events.
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Virality Pays More Than Deception Costs
- The monetization strategy is direct: platforms pay creators for viral engagement via creator bonus programs.
- Jason explains creators earn ad-share payouts that incentivize churning viral AI content.
One Account's Rapid Payday
- FutureRiderUS posted seven videos that got about 94 million views in 24 hours, potentially earning thousands from ad payouts.
- The creator also sold a $19.99 guide teaching others how to reproduce the method.
How The Viral Guide Instructs Creators
- To replicate AI slop, Jason bought the $19.99 guide and found it teaches trending-topic prompts and a simple production loop.
- The process is: identify trends, generate with tools like Sora.ai, add music, and post repeatedly.