China’s surveillance state is a plus and a minus, isn’t it. China has a history of stealing technology. I think the US can maintain an advantage over China. At least it would, if we get rid of Trump in the White House.
Not just for writing — for work, medicine, education, media, even politics. The same systems that can help a rural clinic diagnose disease faster can also mass-produce misinformation. The same tools that let a solo creator compete with a studio can also let bad actors scale deception.
That duality isn’t new. Electricity powered hospitals and execution chambers. The internet created open knowledge and algorithmic chaos. AI is leverage — it amplifies intent.
The real question isn’t whether it’s good or bad.
It’s who wields it, what incentives govern it, and whether our institutions evolve fast enough to keep up.
Having begun my career on a Royal manual typewriter, l welcome innovation. However, just like other public utilities, AI and social media need oversight. Otherwise, they become oppressive tools for use by Big Brother to ensure ongoing advantages for the rich and powerful.
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China’s surveillance state is a plus and a minus, isn’t it. China has a history of stealing technology. I think the US can maintain an advantage over China. At least it would, if we get rid of Trump in the White House.
Savior or destroyer?
Yes.
Not just for writing — for work, medicine, education, media, even politics. The same systems that can help a rural clinic diagnose disease faster can also mass-produce misinformation. The same tools that let a solo creator compete with a studio can also let bad actors scale deception.
That duality isn’t new. Electricity powered hospitals and execution chambers. The internet created open knowledge and algorithmic chaos. AI is leverage — it amplifies intent.
The real question isn’t whether it’s good or bad.
It’s who wields it, what incentives govern it, and whether our institutions evolve fast enough to keep up.
AI needs regulation with oversight, just like everything else
Having begun my career on a Royal manual typewriter, l welcome innovation. However, just like other public utilities, AI and social media need oversight. Otherwise, they become oppressive tools for use by Big Brother to ensure ongoing advantages for the rich and powerful.
I think the rich and powerful do quite well even without AI.
Hi, I’m NanciLiz and I’ve just followed you. I’m a writer, communications strategist, and naturally curious observer of policy, culture, and the forces shaping our communities. I connect dots, ask questions, and try to make complex issues clearer. If that sounds like your kind of conversation, I’d love for you to read my latest piece here: https://open.substack.com/pub/nancilizwester/p/colorado-is-at-the-cusp-of-the-ai