Why can't everyone love AI?

I tend to agree with the general sentiment of this Noah Smith piece - I love AI. Why doesn't everyone? It's a great article about the ills of technology, the general trepidation towards anything new and the specific trepidation towards AI. It's a hopeful piece about the potential of what AI can do. A mindful piece debunking many false claims. And a bit of an eyeroll towards those that decry it entirely.

That said, I do not agree with the article entirely. I agree AI has so much potential and I'm excited by the prospects. I even count myself among the rare minority that Smith does. However, I think the complaints about how artists and creators were ripped off training AI models is entirely valid; tho I am not sure what action could be taken now to reconcile it. I also believe that all of the negativity around AI can lead to positive change. No lawmaker is going to get involved if no one is complaining. The squeaky wheel gets the grease. In other words, people should feel emboldened to point out the pitfalls of AI because it should only lead to improvements (theoretically).

At the end of the day, it's not really a black or white issue. Being entirely anti-AI and being entirely pro-AI are not sensible stances to take. It's a big grey zone and you can perhaps lean slightly to one side. Regardless, it's a good read.