YouTube Cracks Down on AI-Generated Content Monetization

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Looks like the golden era of mass AI content farming on YouTube is coming to an end.

🧾 What’s new?
YouTube just updated its Partner Program rules — and it’s bad news for low-effort, AI-generated spam content.
Key changes:

The new rules target mass-produced, repetitive, low-quality videos, especially those made with AI.

AI content can still be monetized, but only if it adds real value or originality.

React videos, commentary, and clips are safe (for now).

YouTube says these changes are about preserving quality and trust on the platform.

AI Is Already Dominating

4 out of the top 10 fastest-growing channels right now are AI-created.

Many of these rack up millions of views using generated voices, scripts, and visuals — often violating platform policies.

YouTube wants to limit monetization, not the content itself (yet).

Still Allowed:
Using AI to enhance original videos — like editing, subtitles, voice dubbing, or creative tools — is totally fine.

TL;DR:
YouTube is tightening the screws on low-quality AI spam content.
If you're just mass-pumping robotic videos for ad revenue, your days are probably numbered.
But if you're using AI to boost creativity? You're still good.