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AI isn't real / it's all hype

Already in hospitals, logistics, media; denial wastes time & cedes ground.

Description

Claims that AI is 'just hype' ignore its already substantial deployment in hospitals, logistics, media, and other sectors. Denial wastes valuable time and cedes ground in important policy discussions.

Origin of the Concern

Skepticism about AI capabilities and real-world impact, dismissing advances as marketing hype.

What's Misunderstood

AI systems are already deployed and creating value in hospitals, logistics, media, and many other sectors. Dismissing these as 'hype' prevents engagement with important policy questions.

Empirical Context

Illing & Harper (2024) document the real-world deployment and impact of AI systems across multiple sectors.