Reddit plans AI moderation tools to ease posting barriers for new users

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Reddit is expanding its AI-powered moderation and abuse prevention systems to improve how new users are welcomed on the platform. The changes are designed to reduce communities' dependence on karma scores and account-age requirements as gatekeeping measures. These requirements have traditionally made it difficult for legitimate first-time posters to participate in many subreddits. By shifting toward smarter automated moderation, Reddit aims to distinguish genuine newcomers from bad actors more effectively.

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