普通人用AI做自媒体，是一条死路 | 进击的陆

In this paragraph, the speaker, identified as 老陆 (Lao Lu), discusses his experience with a YouTube channel dedicated to reading articles from a WeChat public account. Initially, the channel used black background videos with white text, known as 'PPT videos,' and quickly gained over 4,000 subscribers. However, monetization was denied by YouTube due to the content being a repetition of others without significant added value. The speaker initially thought the rejection was due to copying articles, but later realized that even original content creators faced similar issues. The term 'PPT videos' was coined for these simple text-based videos, which were eventually demonetized by YouTube. Despite this, the speaker decided to use this format due to its popularity on Bilibili and the perceived ease of producing such content. The speaker's channel was flagged for its high update frequency and the use of a program to generate videos, which violated YouTube's monetization policies. The speaker acknowledges the need to adjust the content to comply with YouTube's guidelines and plans to wait and reapply after making necessary changes.

The speaker describes his efforts to modify the content of his YouTube channel after facing monetization issues. He started to create videos using his own footage of walking and shopping as background material, instead of the static black and white text. Despite this, the channel's monetization application was again denied, likely due to the templated nature of the videos and the high frequency of uploads, which is not typical for individual creators. The speaker also mentions that his audiobook channel, which had been monetized for four months, was also demonetized for similar reasons. He observes a trend where channels that use low-cost, easily replicable content face declining revenues and potential demonetization. The speaker discusses the challenges of competing with large teams that can quickly replicate successful content strategies, leading to market saturation and reduced returns. He concludes by suggesting that while AI and new technologies can be used to create differentiated, high-quality content, it is difficult for individual creators to earn substantial profits due to the rapid entry of competitors and the inherent limitations of relying on existing technologies.

The speaker reflects on the use of AI and other new technologies in content creation. He suggests that while these technologies are not controlled by the average person, they can still be utilized effectively. However, the speaker expresses skepticism about the long-term viability of using AI for content creation, especially for individual creators. He argues that the first adopters of new technology can make significant profits before imitators enter the market. The speaker emphasizes the importance of speed in capitalizing on new technology before the market becomes saturated. He also warns that relying too heavily on AI for content creation can lead to being outcompeted by those who use it more strategically. The speaker advises using AI for auxiliary tasks that enhance the primary creative work, rather than as the main focus. He concludes by stating that while using AI in video creation might not be a viable long-term strategy for individuals, it doesn't mean AI should not be used at all. Instead, it should be employed to support and enhance the creator's original work. The speaker hints at discussing viable alternatives for individual creators in the next video.