Innovation Stifled: The Misguided Crusade Against AI's Potential

A perspective piece in Scientific American by Marcus Arvan, a philosophy professor, critiques the development of large-language-model AI, but fails to recognize the potential for human ingenuity to harness these tools for unparalleled progress. Highlighting concerns from late 2022, Arvan's cautionary stance reflects a broader tendency towards technophobia that threatens to stymie free-market innovation. Proponents argue that rather than imposing restrictive governmental controls, we should trust in the entrepreneurial spirit to navigate ethical dilemmas and propel society forward.