I see generative AI on the web the same way I see forever chemicals in the real world. The effects may not be immediately apparent but they are poisoning mankind. Those who acquired knowledge and skills in the before era will be fine, but newer generations won't have the same reference points to tell reality from fiction. They will search for "baby peacock" on Google and have no reason to believe the actual birds look any different to what they're shown. I find that sad somehow.
I agree, AI can be an good thing though we can't forget about the human brain!
@harljo.uk Where have I said that AI can be a good thing? I don't think we agree.

@Gargron @harljo.uk

These replies are weird. I hear what you are saying.

You need an eye for fake images and they will get better. It was a problem before with fake gurus, fake news etc, but now it will be a bigger problem.

I don't think every last bit is bad, but yeah, it's a real weird world right now when it comes to verifying anything.