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Author likens generative AI to "digital cocaine" but maintains friendships

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The author expresses a personal stance against generative machine learning, likening it to "digital cocaine." Despite this strong opinion, they maintain respectful relationships with friends who work in the field, acknowledging their differing perspectives. AI

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Author likens generative AI to "digital cocaine" but maintains friendships

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · unfa ·

    I don't use generative machine learning, but I have friends who do, and I don't hate or despise any of them. I just try to understand their point of view and di

    I don't use generative machine learning, but I have friends who do, and I don't hate or despise any of them. I just try to understand their point of view and discuss in a respectful way. They know I think it's digital cocaine, I know they vibe code, and we're still friends. # ai …

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