27min chapter

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Two Computer Scientists Debunk A.I. Hype with Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor

Factually! with Adam Conover

CHAPTER

The AI Hype Cycle: Reality vs. Perception

This chapter examines the gap between the public perception of AI advancements and the actual progress made by developers, utilizing a five-step ladder framework for context. It emphasizes the importance of skepticism towards exaggerated claims about AI's potential while advocating for critical public discourse and understanding of the technology's limitations. Additionally, the chapter highlights human decision-making's role in shaping AI outcomes and discusses the evolving corporate culture within AI companies amid financial growth.

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