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Brands Quietly Turn to AI Influencers, Sparking Backlash Over Fake Testimonials
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
100% centerFirst reported by N12 · 4 days ago
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What happened
A Guardian investigation found that major brands are increasingly using AI-generated influencers and synthetic testimonials without clearly disclosing it. The report highlighted Once, Maket and Ashle, and quoted critics and industry figures warning that consumers are being misled.
- 01Major brands are using AI influencers without clearly telling consumers.
- 02Guardian found AI-generated testimonials in campaigns for Once, Maket and Ashle.
- 03Some creators say brands use nondisclosure agreements to hide AI involvement.
- 04Consumer advocates warn people can no longer trust online video content.
- 05Regulators said current rules do not explicitly ban undisclosed AI ads.
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