Anti-AI Commenters show up so often that it feels like a running joke. You share an AI-created video or image, clearly labeled as AI, and within minutes, someone storms into the comments yelling that “AI is ruining everything.”

They start lecturing, shaming, talking down to you, or even throwing insults, many times without watching a single second of the content. One person even told me I should delete my video.

Here is the funny part: they post all of this on platforms that run on AI.

Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok—every central social platform is fueled by machine learning. Algorithms determine what appears in feeds, what gets boosted, what gets suppressed, and even which comments (including their own) rise to the top.

So yes, the irony is real: Anti-AI commenters rely on AI to deliver their anti-AI opinions to you. But there’s more going on beneath the surface. Let’s unpack the layers of this contradiction—and what it means for creators.

1. The Platforms AI Commenters Use Are Already AI-Powered

Most people complaining about “AI art” or “AI videos” don’t seem to realize that their favorite platforms are overflowing with AI:

• Recommendation algorithms show them the content they interact with (including your video).
• Content moderation AI filters out spam, trolls, and harmful posts.
• Auto-captioning AI generates subtitles on videos—sometimes even on the videos they’re criticizing.
• Ad targeting AI determines which sponsored posts users see.
• Detection AI flags deepfakes, misinformation, and explicit material.

In other words, they’re not avoiding AI. They’re swimming in it.

2. Anti-AI Commentary Is Fueled by the Same Algorithms They Claim to Hate

The more someone rants about AI, the more engagement they create. And what do algorithms love above all else?

Engagement.

Every angry comment boosts the very thing they dislike. The system interprets outrage as interest and shows them more AI content, creating a self-reinforcing loop:

1. The anti-AI Commenters write something negative on an AI video.
2. The algorithm says, “Ah! You like interacting with AI content!”
3. They receive even more AI-generated content.
4. They complain even louder.

Irony level: expert.

3. AI Commenters Think They’re Fighting AI, But They’re Feeding the Machine

Many anti-AI commenters believe they’re “standing up for real artists” or “pushing back against the machines.” But in reality:

• Their comments are creating data.
• Their behavior is training the algorithm.
• Their engagement helps surface more AI-related content.
• Their outrage helps the creator (you) gain even more reach.

They are unintentionally part of the ecosystem they claim to oppose.

4. It’s the Facebook-Argument Effect All Over Again

The same psychology that drives pointless Facebook debates shows up in AI comment sections:

• The need to be right
• The desire to convert others to their viewpoint
• The emotional itch to signal moral high ground
• The dopamine hit of digital conflict

They’re not commenting to inform. They’re commenting to argue.

How many minds do you think are changed by arguing on social media? I would venture to say zero! Yet, people continue to do so. Why?

I haven’t figured that one out yet. It’s sad to see people I know were friends, arguing and insulting each other online over sensitive topics, usually politics.

However, unlike Facebook debates, complaining about AI on AI-powered platforms is akin to writing angry letters about pollution on paper made from trees you cut down yourself.

5. What’s Really Bothering Them? (It’s Not Just AI.)

Often, hostility toward AI is rooted in deeper fears, such as fear of:

• Being replaced
• Losing creative identity
• Tech, they don’t understand
• Cultural change

And to be honest, some of these fears are grounded in truths. We all know that AI is replacing many jobs – too many, so yes, it’s scary.

However, getting angry at a content creator who is using AI is misplaced. Their anger is getting projected onto the most visible target: AI creators.

You’re not the problem—you’re just the outlet.

6. Why Creators Shouldn’t Take Anti-AI Commenters Personally

As ironic as it may be, this dynamic gives creators a hidden advantage. The Anti-AI commenters’ negative remarks result in:

• Boosted engagement
• Increased reach
• Training the algorithm to show your content to more people
• Sparking curiosity among neutral viewers
• Signaling cultural relevance

Outrage is rocket fuel for visibility. And AI-haters unknowingly supply it. So don’t let the negativity get to you—your critics are actually helping you grow.

I know it isn’t easy. Sometimes, negative and downright nasty comments can get to you. It can make you angry or prompt you to question what you are doing. Don’t let these Anti-AI Commenters get to you.

The Dark Side of AI: When the Technology Is Misleading or Dangerous

As much as I advocate for AI creativity, it’s essential to be honest: Not everything AI produces is harmless fun. There is a darker side—one that deserves thoughtful discussion instead of knee-jerk outrage.

Below are the most significant areas where AI poses real risks:

1. AI-Generated Misinformation and Deepfakes

AI can create content so realistic that the average viewer can’t distinguish truth from fabrication.

• Deepfake political speeches
• Fake celebrity scandals
• Fabricated news articles
• Synthetic social media personas

This can distort public opinion, damage reputations, and cause real-world harm within minutes of being posted. This isn’t “sci-fi.” It’s happening now.

2. Algorithmic Bias That Reinforces Inequality

AI models learn from data—and that data often contains historical bias. This can lead to:

• Discriminatory hiring decisions
• Skewed facial-recognition failures
• Misleading medical recommendations
• Underrepresentation or stereotyping in generated images

Bias isn’t intentional, or is it?. But it is built in unless addressed deliberately.

3. Over-Automation: When Accuracy Disappears

AI can be confidently wrong. Sometimes, the inaccuracies are amusing, such as anatomical errors in images that look “perfect” at first glance (hence, I recommend you always check the AI images you create for accuracy)

They are annoying, but not dangerous.

Other, potentially dangerous examples include:

• Incorrect legal citations
• Medical misinformation
• Faulty financial recommendations
• Deepfake political speeches.

The danger isn’t the error itself; humans make mistakes, too. The threat is AI’s confidence, which can convince people to trust false information.  And unfortunately, people believe what they want to think, even if it isn’t accurate.

4. Psychological Manipulation Through Hyper-Targeted Content

Algorithms know what:

• Angers you
• Hooks your attention
• Keeps you scrolling
• Influences your decisions

This creates a world where AI shapes the content you see—sometimes in ways that amplify division, outrage, or impulsive behavior. It’s not evil. It’s optimized. But optimization doesn’t always align with human well-being.

5. The Solution Isn’t Fear — It’s Awareness

AI is neither inherently good nor inherently bad. It’s powerful. And powerful tools require:

• Transparency
• Ethical guardrails
• Awareness of limitations
• Responsible use

The problem isn’t creators using AI for art, videos, or storytelling. In my opinion, the real danger arises from the unethical or uninformed use, particularly in high-stakes areas such as politics, news, healthcare, and finance.

7. Final Thoughts on Anti-AI Commenters: People Don’t Hate AI—They Hate Change

At its core, anti-AI Commenters’ backlash is less about the technology and more about discomfort with shifting creative landscapes. People often experience change as a loss before they come to see it as an opportunity.

At no point do I advocate for AI doing the work for you. Instead, AI needs your human touch. It is not a swap for you. It’s your creative partner.

But here’s the truth: AI isn’t going away. And neither are the platforms powered by it.

So, the next time someone posts a nasty comment under your AI-generated content, smile. You can thank the algorithm—and the irony—for delivering your work to the very people who claim they don’t want to see it.