Ep. 367: What if AI Doesn’t Get Much Better Than This?
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
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The AI Hype Cycle: Reality Check
This chapter explores the anxieties surrounding generative AI advancements, particularly in light of GPT-5's release and its mixed reception. It critiques how tech leaders communicate the implications of AI, challenging the narrative that automation is leading to widespread job loss, and instead attributes layoffs to economic cycles. By examining the current state of AI, it reveals misconceptions about its impact on the workforce and the realities of revenue generation within the tech industry.
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