Why I Resist Generative “AI”
Summary
Esther Weidauer argues against the current hype around generative AI, defining AI as generative systems and distinguishing them from true intelligence. The piece critiques common claims (AI is here to stay, it’s just a tool, and AI will solve big problems) and catalogs harms across environmental, psychological, epistemological, economic, and political dimensions, citing various sources. It challenges readers to scrutinize the social and political implications of AI while offering a curated reading list.