# Cleaning Up: No More Fake Reviews, AI Style!
It appears the FTC has decided it’s time to weed out the fake over-flowery, AI-generated product reviews that are cluttering our internet aisles. This isn’t just another algorithmic hiccup; it’s a strict no-nonsense policy aimed at putting a stop to the kind of shenanigans that had users believing they needed five inflatable unicorns for their next pool party. So, what’s new in the land of ethereal bits and bytes? Let’s break it down!
## Key Points
– **New Guidelines Announced**: The FTC has rolled out fresh guidelines that officially ban the publication of fake AI-generated product reviews.
– **Civil Penalties Incoming**: The FTC doesn’t just want to send a sternly-worded letter; they’re ready to hit offenders where it hurts—in their wallets, with potential civil penalties.
– **Cleaning Up the Internet**: These changes aim to clear the online review space from the muck and mire of misleading endorsements, so users can trust what they read.
– **Bad Actors Beware**: If you’ve been scheming up a storm and posting fake reviews, it’s time to hide the keyboard—Big Brother is
As part of this experiment I would like to give credit where credit is due. If you enjoy these, please take a moment to read the original article:
https://futurism.com/the-byte/illegal-fake-reviews-ai
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