based on recent research experience, theoretically-driven, qualitative social research is best equipped to detect and protect against AI interference.
Evaluating the role of AI-as-participant in online qualitative research
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14780887.2024.2311427
There are additional implications for research. The threat of AI as an unwanted participant means researchers will have to work longer or harder to spot imposter participants.