The Emperor Has No Clothes Once Again: Why Does the Growing Hype Storm Surrounding GenAI Feel So Familiar?

The article focuses on skepticism towards the hype surrounding generative Artificial intelligence (AI), drawing parallels with past technological trends like videoconferencing and telepresence systems that failed to live up to their promises. Topics include the author's experiences navigating through technology trends that were initially celebrated but later revealed their shortcomings, cautioning against blind enthusiasm without critical evaluation of real-world applications and impacts.