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User apologizes for contributing to AI 'slop' and rising hardware prices

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A user on Mastodon has confessed to using large language models (LLMs) for three years, expressing regret for their contribution to rising hardware prices, the proliferation of AI-generated "slop" in art and technology, and the deskilling of creative fields. The user has ceased using LLMs for the past six months and is apologizing for their past involvement, citing a desire for honesty about their current stance on AI. AI

IMPACT Reflects growing user concern over the quality and ethical implications of AI-generated content.

RANK_REASON User opinion piece on personal use of LLMs and their perceived negative impacts.

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User apologizes for contributing to AI 'slop' and rising hardware prices

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User opinion piece on personal use of LLMs and their perceived negative impacts.
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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I must confess to using LLMs for 3 years (BTW I don't use it for a half year now). I'm very sorry cuz I've contributed to: rising hardware prices AI slop in art

    I must confess to using LLMs for 3 years (BTW I don't use it for a half year now). I'm very sorry cuz I've contributed to: rising hardware prices AI slop in art and tech deskilling disregarding authors' rights The reason why I apologize is 'cause I want to be honest about my curr…

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