Observed Signal · Nov 28, 2024 · Analysis · Source: Trending Topics · Impact: 3/5 · Sentiment: Negative
54% of Longer LinkedIn Posts Likely AI-Generated, Study Finds
A study by Originality.ai, a provider of AI plagiarism and AI text detection software, analyzed nearly 9,000 LinkedIn posts over 82 months. It found a 189% increase in AI-generated posts shortly after ChatGPT's launch in late 2022. By October 2024, about 54% of longer LinkedIn posts showed signs of AI generation. The average length of posts also rose by 107% since ChatGPT's introduction. The findings raise questions about authenticity and quality on LinkedIn as a platform for thought leadership. Originality.ai founder Jonathan Gillham noted that the explosive growth of AI posts was long suspected and challenges the platform's role. The article highlights that many users do not transparently disclose their use of AI tools.
Quantifies the major penetration of generative AI in LinkedIn content creation, raising authenticity and trust concerns relevant to B2B marketing and social media ecosystems.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Originality.ai analyzed nearly 9,000 LinkedIn posts over a period of 82 months.
- AI-generated LinkedIn posts increased by 189% within months after ChatGPT's launch.
- In October 2024, approximately 54% of longer LinkedIn posts showed signs of AI generation.
- The average length of LinkedIn posts increased by 107% since ChatGPT was introduced.
- Jonathan Gillham is the founder of Originality.ai.
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