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news Nyt Opinion 2026-05-15

The Allure of AI Consciousness: Why We're Fooled

Despite prominent thinkers claiming AI is conscious, this article suggests that it doesn't necessarily mean it's true. It explores the reasons behind our tendency to anthropomorphize AI.


Notable thinkers keep telling us they think A.I. is conscious. That doesnโ€™t mean itโ€™s true.

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