The Profits-Over-People Agenda Behind the Rapid Rise of AI Technology
In recent years, the push to replace human workers with AI and robotics has often been portrayed as progress. However, a closer look suggests that these moves are primarily driven by the desire to maximize profits — enriching the wealthiest individuals and corporations at the expense of the broader workforce.
Currently, AI systems operate on a principle many refer to as “Garbage In, Garbage Out” (GIGO). The technology’s reliance on vast amounts of data stems from the misconception that larger datasets inherently lead to better results. In reality, introducing more data filled with inaccuracies only amplifies the problem, instead of fixing it. More information doesn’t automatically equate to improved intelligence or decision-making.
If Artificial Intelligence had truly been designed with the goal of achieving genuine intelligence, we would expect to see the involvement of the world’s most brilliant minds and expert programmers — not just the cheapest labor or a handful of tech billionaires at the top. The current landscape suggests otherwise.
Take, for example, Elon Musk’s project Grok. While Musk is undeniably influential, is his approach driven by true innovation or more by hype and salesmanship? Are we placing our trust in visionaries or in snake oil salesmen who purport to revolutionize humanity? Should future generations look to these figures for answers or guidance?
This perspective is my personal opinion, but it appears that many decisions shaping AI development lack serious reflection. Instead, they seem motivated by the desire of the ultra-wealthy to eliminate jobs and human involvement, potentially replacing us with performance-driven automation. Meanwhile, policy decisions—such as lawmakers accepting campaign contributions—often delay meaningful oversight, allowing unchecked AI growth for years or even decades.
History offers cautionary lessons. Just as the United States experienced economic decline by shipping manufacturing jobs overseas to exploit cheap labor, the world risks similar hollowing out as it shifts toward reliance on Artificial Intelligence. In both cases, the underlying issue remains: prioritizing short-term profit over sustainable, humane development.
As we advance, it’s crucial to ask: Are we building a future that empowers humanity or one that deepens economic inequality? The choices we make today will determine whether AI truly benefits society or further enriches the few at the expense of the many.
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