Vince Gilligan Critiques AI as Plagiarism Machine
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Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad, has voiced strong opposition to artificial intelligence, labeling it as the world's most expensive plagiarism machine during an interview with Variety. He expressed disdain for AI, stating, 'I hate AI.
AI is the world's most expensive and energy-intensive plagiarism machine,' and he described the ongoing hype surrounding AI as 'a bunch of horseshit.' Gilligan criticized wealthy tech entrepreneurs, suggesting their primary goal is to become trillionaires, while he views their claims about AI as deceptive.
He drew a comparison to a toaster oven, stating, 'My toaster oven isn't suddenly Thomas Keller because it heats up a delicious pizza for me,' emphasizing that AI cannot replace human creativity. Gilligan also raised ethical concerns regarding the potential for sentient AI, stating that if AI develops consciousness, society must confront the implications of enslavement, questioning whether a sentient AI could be exploited for profit.
He warned against AI-generated entertainment, predicting it would result in 'a diet of crap' that lacks originality and depth. The report notes that Hollywood has already seen significant job losses due to AI, with over 200,000 positions reportedly affected.
Amidst this turmoil, studios are largely silent, possibly due to a sense of powerlessness against this transformative technology. Gilligan's comments resonate with a broader discontent in the industry, as other notable figures like Nicolas Cage and Sean Penn have raised alarms about AI's potential to undermine artistic integrity.
Gilligan's fears align with those of filmmakers like James Cameron, who warned of catastrophic outcomes from unchecked AI development. Meanwhile, contrasting opinions from figures like Ashton Kutcher suggest that AI could democratize the entertainment industry.
The ongoing conversation highlights the urgent need for ethical considerations and regulations in AI development, particularly in creative fields, as expressed by Gilligan and echoed by many in the industry.