Everyone Hates AI

Everyone Hates AI

di Will Bur

Commedia Tecnologia

How AI Ruined the Internet - AI Slop, Disinformation, and the Dead Internet Theory

Is AI destroying the internet? Well, the internet is already dead, but AI Slop and disinformation are definitely making it…deader? Remember when the internet used to be a fun place to discover new things, connect with friends, and play games without your every move being tracked? Well, unfortunately that is not the case anymore, because the internet as we know it is officially dead, and in this episode we perform an “autopsy” to determine where it all went wrong. We start by exploring the Dead Internet Theory, a hypothesis that the modern internet is no longer driven mostly by human activity, but that the majority of traffic is actually bots and AI generated content. We discuss how AI Slop is causing the enshitification of the internet, how AI automation has fuelled the spread of disinformation, and some tips and tricks for how you can fight back! In this episode, you’ll learn about: What the Dead Internet Theory is, and how Artificial Intelligence has supercharged the enshitification of the internet. How AI Slop, Deep Fakes, and new forms of mis- and disinformation are harming people while creating terrible online experiences. What you can do to fight back; including tips and tricks for spotting and avoiding AI slop and deepfakes, tools you can use to better curate your news, and more! Join our community: Follow us on Substack for the latest episodes: https://everyonehatesai.substack.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/everyonehatesai.bsky.social Also, check out this awesome video from Kurzgestat on how AI Slop Is Destroying The Internet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zfN9wnPvU0

Have AI and Tech Billionaires Lost Their Minds? 10 Unhinged Things Tech Bros are Saying About AI

Is AI going to kill us, save us, or create some super god? Who knows. I don’t, and neither do these AI bros. You’ve probably seen lots in the news lately about AI bros saying that we need to slow down or pause the development of AI. And I agree 100%, but maybe for different reasons. Many argue that these recent statements serve to help big AI companies gain regulatory capture by limiting who can enter the space, and others say it’s to pump up their tech by making it sound fancy and powerful, thus helping drive up their future IPO prices. And it’s hard to know for sure because AI & tech leaders say a lot…all the time…like they won’t shut up…and it’s constantly changing. So, in this episode, instead of trying to psychoanalyze each one of them and get at the true meaning of why they’re saying what they are, we’re going to have some fun. I’ve done some research into the craziest, most unhinged things these bros have said about AI, covering everything from how it’s a demon, to how it’s god and those who oppose it are the Antichrist, and everything in between. We’re going to make fun of them and crack some jokes at their expense, because spoiler alert, they are all very weird and upsetting people. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The crazy nonsense Artificial Intelligence and Tech Leaders believe about the future of AI, including Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Mark Zuckerburg, Sam Altman, and more. Why these sycophantic billionaires may actually believe these things, and how years of self aggrandizing has detached them from reality. Why we shouldn’t take anything they say too seriously, because they are consistently wrong, and almost always contradicting themselves and each other. Join our community: Follow us on Substack for the latest episodes: https://everyonehatesai.substack.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/everyonehatesai.bsky.social

AI & Surveillance - Facial Recognition, Data Brokers, and the Rise of AI-Powered Government Surveillance

Is AI watching us, should we be worried, and what can I do about it? In the information economy, way too many people know way too much about us, and often, we have no idea it’s even happening. With the continued growth of AI, paired with facial recognition, data harvesting, and more cameras than ever watching our every move, our privacy is more at risk than ever. In the hands of the wrong actor, all this information can be used, and has been used, in many malicious ways. In this episode, we explore AI surveillance and take a reality-based look at what we should all be worried about. We discuss facial recognition, including how it has been misused by law enforcement, Flock cameras being used by ICE and police, and how the apps on our smartphones are constantly selling our data to the highest bidder. We also cover what you can do about it, including some short, 5-minute actions that go along way in protecting your privacy. In this episode, you’ll learn about: How artificial intelligence has fueled the rise of mass surveillance from both corporate and government actors. Some of the most pressing concerns around AI surveillance and data harvesting that you need to be aware How you can protect your privacy by regaining control over your data, fighting back against data brokers, and controlling who knows what about you. Join our community: Follow us on Substack for the latest episodes: https://everyonehatesai.substack.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/everyonehatesai.bsky.social Links from Episode: https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/a-guide-to-data-removal-services-should-you-pay-for-privacy/ https://www.security.org/data-removal/

Is AI Bad for the Environment? The Truth About Data Centers, Water, and Your Power Bill

Are data centres bad for the environment? You’ve probably seen a lot of stories in the news lately, about locals showing up to town halls and speaking out against AI data centers in their communities. Or you may have heard that their energy consumption is through the roof, or that they make a ton of noise. Well…all of this is unfortunately true. In this episode, we dive into the numbers, exploring the true environmental and social impacts of AI data centers, and why so many people around the world are stepping up and saying enough is enough. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The massive environmental impact of AI, including the absurd energy and water usage of data centers The social and financial impacts of data centers, including the maddening noise that is literally making people sick and the rising electricity bills associated with AI’s boom The growing AI & data centers backlash that has led many to join activists’ collectives and fight back Join our community: Follow us on Substack for the latest episodes: https://everyonehatesai.substack.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/everyonehatesai.bsky.social