Merriam-Webster has named "slop" its 2025 word of the year, reflecting concerns over low-quality AI-generated content. The term is defined as "digital content of low quality produced usually in quantity by means of artificial intelligence." This follows a surge in AI-generated media on platforms like Meta, where one bizarre video garnered over 362 million views. Meanwhile, a CNBC survey reveals a decline in AI tool usage, dropping from 53% to 48% among respondents in recent months.