User coins "LLM-gen-AI" to distinguish from broader AI field

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-05-28 17:58

A user on Mastodon proposed the term "LLM-gen-AI" to specifically denote generative AI powered by large language models. The user argues this distinction is necessary because the broader field of AI encompasses more than just LLM-based systems, and the industry has intentionally marketed LLM-gen-AI as simply "AI" to generate hype. AI

IMPACT This proposal aims to clarify terminology in the AI space, potentially aiding public understanding of LLM capabilities versus broader AI concepts.

RANK_REASON The cluster contains a user's opinion and proposal for new terminology, not a factual event or release.

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Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] · 2026-05-28 17:58

I'd like to coin “LLM-gen-AI” to refer specifically to # LLM -backed generative # AI . Is such needlessly pedantic? No! HMO. 1ˢᵗ, AI subfield of computer scienc

I'd like to coin “LLM-gen-AI” to refer specifically to # LLM -backed generative # AI . Is such needlessly pedantic? No! HMO. 1ˢᵗ, AI subfield of computer science is larger than just LLM-backed generative AI. 2ⁿᵈ, marketing it *just* as “AI” was a conscious choice by the industry …

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I'd like to coin “LLM-gen-AI” to refer specifically to # LLM -backed generative # AI . Is such needlessly pedantic? No! HMO. 1ˢᵗ, AI subfield of computer scienc

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