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AI in writing is seen by some as corruption, but proponents argue it's a tool that alters users

Some individuals believe that any use of AI in the writing process inherently corrupts the work, labeling it as "AI Slop." The author argues this perspective is flawed, as technology fundamentally alters users, and any work generated since approximately 2022 should be considered AI-assisted. This stance suggests that the opposition to AI in writing is less about the technology itself and more about in-group dynamics and signaling, with the core issue being the user rather than the work. AI

IMPACT This commentary explores the social and philosophical debates surrounding AI's role in creative processes.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece discussing the perception of AI in writing.

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AI in writing is seen by some as corruption, but proponents argue it's a tool that alters users

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Now, of course, there's a lot of people that are of the opinion that # AI is inherently corruption. Any amount of AI use in any part of a writing process makes

    Now, of course, there's a lot of people that are of the opinion that # AI is inherently corruption. Any amount of AI use in any part of a writing process makes the entire thing "AI Slop" and wants nothing to do with it. This, of course, makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. Techn…