The Future of Everything Is Lies, I Guess: Where Do We Go From Here?

Summary

The author argues that the rapid adoption of large language models (LLMs) is reshaping society much like the automobile did in the 20th century, creating cultural, economic, and safety hazards while eroding core skills such as deep thinking and writing. He documents pervasive problems—from AI‑generated misinformation, spam, and synthetic media to workplace pressure to use tools like GitHub Copilot— and warns that unchecked AI deployment could lead to job loss, legal errors, and even harmful content such as AI‑generated CSAM. To mitigate these risks, he urges individuals to stop using LLMs for personal and professional tasks, push back against corporate mandates, and lobby for stricter regulation and accountability of AI firms. The piece ends with a nuanced note that while LLMs can be useful in limited, verifiable contexts, broader societal restraint is needed to buy time for safeguards and job transition.