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The AI Hype Index: Unsexy AI
MIT Technology Review AIWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 8:42 AM
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It feels bad enough when an open letter signed by leading economists warns that AI might steal your job. The fact it may soon be better than you at making dinner?
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It feels bad enough when an open letter signed by leading economists warns that AI might steal your job. The fact it may soon be better than you at making dinner?
Why it matters
AI developments move capital, regulation, and competitive advantage across the tech stack.
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Economic impact
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