AI Evangelism Sparks Industry Dissatisfaction

A tech professional expresses deep unease about the AI industry’s trajectory, feeling hopelessness despite potential career benefits. The author worries about the loss of craft, creativity, and control as AI tools like Codex and Claude become ubiquitous. They lament the rise of AI-generated content, its association with fascist aesthetics, and the overwhelming presence of AI bots on social media platforms like Twitter. The author reflects on the rapid pace of technological change and the need to rebuild institutions to accommodate AI’s role in society. Despite initial sadness, they find hope in the possibility of a more sensible industry future, envisioning a painful but necessary reset.