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flag AI-generated ads matched or beat human-made ads in performance, especially with authentic visuals, a study found.

flag A Columbia University-led study using Taboola’s platform found AI-generated ads match or outperform human-made ads in real-world campaigns, with AI achieving a 0.76% click-through rate versus 0.65% for human-created ads, though results were comparable under strict controls. flag Analyzing over 500 million impressions and 3 million clicks across sectors like personal finance and food and drink, researchers used a "sibling ads" method to ensure fair comparison. flag AI ads performed best when they included clear, large human faces—key trust signals—while overly polished or symmetrical visuals reduced engagement. flag Nearly half of AI ads were mistaken for human-made, and conversion rates remained stable, debunking concerns about low-quality clicks. flag The findings suggest AI can scale creative production effectively when designed with authenticity and relatability in mind.

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