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Big Tech's AI growth risks Orwellian 'thoughtcrime,' author warns

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The author expresses concern that unchecked growth of Big Tech, particularly in the realm of AI, could lead to a dystopian future reminiscent of George Orwell's concept of "thoughtcrime." This is framed as a significant threat to privacy and a potential real-world nightmare. AI

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Big Tech's AI growth risks Orwellian 'thoughtcrime,' author warns

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    orwell introduced thoughtcrime back in 1949. if we don't stop big tech, it will be introduced in real life. # AI on its worst. a real nightmare to # privacy htt

    orwell introduced thoughtcrime back in 1949. if we don't stop big tech, it will be introduced in real life. # AI on its worst. a real nightmare to # privacy https:// archive.is/20260812120023/http s://www.wired.com/story/book-excerpt-the-vanishing-earth-james-crawford-brain-minin…

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