The Digital Press

Most technical workers in the tech industry view AI, particularly large language models, as useful but overhyped and forced upon users, contrasting sharply with the dominant public narrative driven by tech billionaires. They advocate treating AI as a normal technology rather than a sensationalized, all-encompassing phenomenon.

Why it matters: The real, widespread skepticism among tech insiders about AI’s hype challenges the dominant positive spin seen in media and corporate messaging.

The stakes: Fear of career consequences and ongoing layoffs suppress honest discussion about AI’s realistic benefits and limitations within tech companies.

The big picture: Ignoring moderate, expert critiques narrows AI’s future possibilities, allowing centralized, exploitative models to dominate instead of more ethical, sustainable alternatives.

Commenters say: Many find the over-the-top AI evangelism creepy and off-putting, viewing the hype as a typical business-driven money grab rather than true technological revolution.