Speaking of AI slop… Pinterest users feel their feed is drowning in it. The app has been known as the cozy corner of the internet for mood boards and cookie recipes. But now, users searching for wallpapers are finding one-eyed cats, and “healthy recipes” are turning up photos of chicken with seasoning sprinkled inside the raw meat. Pinterest is leaning into AI as the CEO has rebranded from “window shopping” to an “AI-powered visual-first shopping assistant.” And while Pinterest rolled out an “AI tuner” to let users adjust how much AI content they see, some longtime users say it’s not enough to combat the daily flood. Many users who came for human-created inspiration are leaving for platforms like Cosmos and Tumblr, cutting their Pinterest usage as the app seems to prioritize short-term shopping metrics over the authentic vibe that made it special. (CNN)
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