Media Critique of AI Hype and Anthropic Coverage
By
cratermoon
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Summary
The article critiques the hype and sensationalism surrounding AI coverage in media, particularly focusing on Anthropic's AI developments. It expresses frustration with how AI topics are covered, suggesting that much of the reporting lacks substance and is driven by hype rather than meaningful analysis. The author uses musical references and metaphorical language to convey skepticism about the AI revolution and media's role in promoting it.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledOut there in the smoking rubble of the fourth estate, it is hard enough to cover cyber cyber. Imagine, then, piling on the AI bullshit.
I'll tip my hat to the new Constitution/Take a bow for the new revolution/Smile and grin at the change all around
Can anybody cut through the haze?
We don't get fooled again
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