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Are AI Evangelists Really On The Money?

The Guardian

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Date Published
21 Aug 2025
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2
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22 Aug 2025, 02:57 pm

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Not everyone’s keeping the faith

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This article questions the optimism of AI evangelists, providing a critical view on the economic and social promises attributed to AI advancements. The piece reflects skepticism about whether AI can deliver on its grand promises, hinting at the potential for overvaluation. While the article approaches AI from a more economic and social perspective, it lacks a detailed focus specifically on existential or catastrophic risks associated with AI. However, it contributes to the discourse by encouraging skepticism and thorough evaluation of AI's touted benefits, indirectly touching upon broader governance and policy considerations regarding AI's role in society.

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