I’m becoming very afraid about people that don’t realize the implications of AI. (And the its just a tool argument)

The Urgent Need to Understand the True Implications of Artificial Intelligence

In recent discussions, a growing concern has emerged about society’s collective misunderstanding of AI’s profound impact. Many dismiss its significance, framing it merely as a “tool” without realizing the revolutionary changes it will bring to our work, economy, and daily lives.

As an advocate for the responsible integration of AI and robotics, I firmly believe these technologies should be harnessed to revolutionize labor—liberating humanity from the drudgery of jobs that no longer serve our well-being. Instead, we should focus on pursuing passions, caring for our shared home, and fostering a more fulfilling existence for all.

However, recent conversations have highlighted the dangers of complacency. I encountered an individual who uses AI daily to develop small-scale production applications—tasks he could not have achieved on his own a year ago. Despite his heavy reliance on these tools, he offered a simplistic analogy about AI, which I found both inaccurate and concerning.

I explained that many of the major challenges associated with large language models—such as hallucinations and the ability to perform complex, abstract reasoning—are now largely addressed for enterprise use. While some issues persist, it’s evident that large corporations are increasingly confident in deploying AI for serious, production-level projects. Additionally, I pointed out that about 60% of Generation Z struggles to find employment post-graduation—a reflection of how AI-driven automation can disrupt the job market, often resulting in a global workforce paid minimal wages.

This individual recognized that I stay well-informed about AI’s evolution and acknowledged that my understanding is based on extensive research. He admitted that without AI, he wouldn’t be able to perform his current tasks, emphasizing how rapidly AI capabilities have advanced in just the past year.

Nevertheless, he offered an analogy comparing AI enthusiasts to people interested in bears who only read about them but never venture into the wild—suggesting I should stop studying AI academically and start seeking ways to profit from it. While making money is a valid consideration, the broader context is far more alarming.

The reality is that, even if AI remains a tool, the majority of white-collar jobs worldwide are at risk of obsolescence. Employment opportunities will shift heavily toward trades—though these sectors are already saturated—and wages are likely to decline due to market saturation and supply-demand dynamics. Experts predict unemployment could surge to at least 12% within the next year, with the trend continuing upward. It’s important to note