Opinion: AI skepticism misguided as technology shows real impact and risks

A comprehensive analysis published by Casey Newton on Platformer argues that dismissing artificial intelligence as ineffective ignores mounting evidence of both its capabilities and dangers. The article details how AI is already transforming multiple sectors, from helping preserve endangered languages to detecting diseases and reducing banking fraud. Newton reports that ChatGPT has reached 300 million weekly users, while tech companies plan to invest a quarter-trillion dollars in AI infrastructure next year. The author warns that focusing solely on AI’s current limitations while ignoring its rapid advancement and potential risks could be dangerous, particularly as AI systems show increasing sophistication in areas like infrastructure targeting and autonomous decision-making.