AI snake oil

AI Snake Oil: What Artificial Intelligence Can Do, What It Can’t, and How to Tell the Difference

by Arvind Narayanan & Sayash Kapoor

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AI Snake Oil examines the gap between the promises and realities of artificial intelligence, arguing that many systems are overhyped and misunderstood. The authors explain how misleading claims about AI influence critical decisions in areas like healthcare, hiring, and policing. By distinguishing between what AI can and cannot do, the book helps readers identify unreliable technologies and make more informed choices about using AI responsibly.

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