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AI is algorithmic mimicry used for extraction, not augmentation

The author argues that current AI development is primarily focused on maximizing profit and extraction, rather than augmenting human capabilities. They contend that AI, which they define as algorithmic mimicry, is being used to further destructive economic practices, contrasting this with its potential for intelligence augmentation. This perspective criticizes the prevailing economic system for actively undermining human potential. AI

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IMPACT Critiques current AI development as profit-driven extraction rather than human augmentation, highlighting potential societal harms.

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing the societal impact and potential misuse of AI.

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    RE: https:// mas.to/@RichardJMurphy/1165148 76745724838 All that is left is hoarding money and extracting rent, but "what matters now is the capability of peopl

    RE: https:// mas.to/@RichardJMurphy/1165148 76745724838 All that is left is hoarding money and extracting rent, but "what matters now is the capability of people, which is the very thing that neoliberalism wants to destroy." # AI is # AlgorithmicMimicry , a tool that could be use…