Better Offline The State of Tech Journalism with Kylie Robison and Mike Isaac
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Jul 31, 2024 
Kylie Robison, a tech journalist from The Verge, and Mike Isaac, a New York Times writer, delve into the current state of tech journalism. They discuss the hype around generative AI and its implications for sustainability, highlighting the failures of tech journalism in managing expectations. The duo shares amusing anecdotes while critiquing the diminishing excitement in the industry. The conversation also touches on the need for accountability in tech failures and the challenge of producing authentic narratives that resonate with everyday users.
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Tech Industry's Current State
- The tech industry feels like it's witnessing institutional failures and the rise of OpenAI.
- OpenAI's potential, however, seems overhyped, lacking a truly impactful product.
Unrealistic Roadmaps
- Ed Zitron recalls unrealistic roadmaps from the metaverse and crypto boom, like the Bored Ape Yacht Club's.
- These roadmaps often included outlandish promises, highlighting the tech industry's tendency for hype over substance.
OpenAI's Race to the Bottom
- OpenAI's focus on making AI cheaper despite not being profitable or particularly useful raises concerns.
- This race to the bottom may not lead to positive outcomes and exacerbates sustainability issues.