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AI is changing how we live and work, but opinions differ.

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Ever thought about how swapping flip phones for smart gadgets has affected us?

Let's take a trip down memory lane and see if AI is the revolutionary force we believe it to be, or if it's just sporting a flashy facade.

Has AI truly transformed our lives for the better, or has it just complicated our simple, human imperfections?

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The first noteworthy attempt to question AI's long-term impact was with the publication of "Computers and Thought", a collection edited by Edward Feigenbaum and Julian Feldman in the early 1960s.

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As much as AI dazzles with its capabilities, it's not without its critics and mishaps. Here's a look at where AI hasn’t quite hit the mark.

1. McDonald’s Stops AI Ordering at 100+ Restaurants

McDonald’s thought they hit the jackpot by teaming up with IBM to let AI handle drive-thru orders.

No more chatting with a person while you crave your Big Mac! But, oops—things didn’t pan out.

The AI made so many blunders that hilarious videos of its mistakes went viral. Now, McDonald’s is hitting the brakes on this experiment. Turns out, AI needed human help for about 20% of orders.

2. Alia Bhatt’s Deepfake Drama

Brace yourself—AI's mischief is showing.

A deepfake video featuring Bollywood star Alia Bhatt recently shook the internet, shedding light on AI's darker uses.

The clip, which got millions of views, showed Alia in a "get ready with me" routine. The twist? It wasn’t really her.

3. Skepticism Over AI-Penned News

More newsrooms are turning to AI to churn out articles, but it’s not winning everyone over.

Concerns are rising as AI sometimes fumbles facts or concocts stories, especially on serious topics like politics.

While AI can rapidly produce content, its errors could spread misinformation. That's why there's a growing demand for transparency in AI's role in newsrooms.

Even with deep pockets and brilliant minds, AI projects can stumble due to unforeseen challenges and ethical pitfalls. It's a reality check that AI isn't flawless, and we must temper our expectations.

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AI virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa aim to simplify our lives by responding to voice commands, from setting reminders to playing music.

Yet, they're not infallible and can stumble in ways that affect their usefulness.

While AI virtual assistants offer tremendous assistance, they confront challenges that developers strive to address. As these technologies progress, they're poised to become more reliable and intuitive.

For deeper insights into AI assistants' error handling, explore the full discussion on

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