Silicon Valley's AI Theology: Algorithm Addiction and Collective Effervescence
2025-05-19
Silicon Valley's reverence for AI isn't accidental; it mirrors the creation of religious narratives to explain the unexplainable. The article argues that AI's complexity leads to an 'AI theology,' where we personalize algorithms, interpreting their outputs as fate, similar to religious faith. Social media's likes and shares create a collective effervescence, reinforcing this 'AI religion's' ritualistic nature. The piece isn't a condemnation but a call for awareness, urging us to recognize this ritual and avoid manipulation.
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