Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want
The author criticizes a segment of the tech industry, particularly in Silicon Valley, for a perceived lack of curiosity and an overabundance of hubris. This is exemplified by individuals who believe they've made groundbreaking discoveries with LLMs, such as the idea that language encodes knowledge, a concept known for decades. The piece argues that this insular mindset leads tech professionals to overlook existing knowledge and reinvent the wheel, drawing parallels to past tech fads like NFTs and the metaverse, and even the famously over-engineered Juicero. AI
IMPACT Highlights a potential disconnect between AI advancements and real-world user needs, suggesting a need for greater humility and broader perspective in AI development.