{
  "id": 2990388,
  "title": "We never use AI. For anything",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/we-never-use-ai-for-anything",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:32:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hacker News",
    "slug": "hacker-news",
    "url": "https://corkmac.app/our-ai-stance/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "AI is not used for any purpose. Despite the hype surrounding its capabilities, AI models are merely a more sophisticated version of autocorrect. They operate by predicting the next word based on a vast database of previous words, but they lack understanding and knowledge. Even when given the same prompt, AI can provide different answers, highlighting its inherent limitations. Corporate executives are drawn to AI because it excels at making users believe it possesses knowledge and avoiding accountability. However, the true cost of running AI models will soon become apparent, forcing those dependent on it to start paying heavily. The extravagant fortunes amassed by AI Robber Barons will only increase. Moreover, governments are amassing vast surveillance networks, utilizing the computing power previously allocated to AI. When AI infrastructure becomes idle, it will be repurposed for intrusive surveillance, compromising privacy and freedom. AI is nothing more than a catch-all term for generative and unpredictable outputs, devoid of actual intelligence, creativity, or true thought.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "AI is not used for any purpose",
    "AI models lack understanding and knowledge",
    "AI infrastructure will be repurposed for surveillance"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}