Samsung is slopping AI ads all over its social channels

February 17, 2026 at 10:55 AM UTC
The Verge Policy
Original: EN
Samsung is slopping AI ads all over its social channels

Samsung's foray into extensive generative AI use for its social media advertising marks a significant shift in how major tech companies are leveraging artificial intelligence in marketing. This trend highlights the evolving capabilities of AI tools in content creation and the increasing integration of AI-generated material into consumer-facing platforms. The adoption of such technologies by a global brand like Samsung suggests a broader industry move towards AI-enhanced creative processes. The company has been incorporating AI across its product lines, and this extends to its marketing efforts. Recent social media posts, including teasers for upcoming devices like the Galaxy S26 series, have been notably created or edited using generative AI. One specific advertisement, a YouTube short titled "Brighten your after hours," showcases the low-light video capabilities of a new device, with explicit, albeit small, disclaimers indicating AI generation appearing at the end of the video. This widespread application of AI in advertising directly impacts consumer perception and the digital advertising landscape. It raises questions about transparency, authenticity, and the potential for AI-generated content to blur the lines between reality and artificial creation. As more companies follow suit, audiences will need to be increasingly discerning about the origin and nature of the content they consume across social media channels.

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Published: February 17, 2026 at 10:55 AM UTC
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