YouTube channels that use AI to make videos which include false science information are being recommended to children as “educational content”, the BBC’s Global Disinformation Team has found.

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We identified over 50 channels in more than 20 languages using AI to create videos with pseudo-science or conspiracy theories. With millions of views in their channels, creators make money from placed ads.

YouTube says it is committed to removing misinformation from its platforms.

00:00 - What are “bad science” videos?
01:41 - How do we know they’re reaching children?
02:11 - Would kids believe these videos?
03:45 - How are they multiplying so fast?
04:24 - Stealing from other creators
06:07 - Making money from views
06:57 - Reveal
07:14 - What do educators think?
08:00 - YouTube’s reply
08:44 - Emerging threat

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