Generative AI: Confronting Perils, Embracing Progress.

Carel Kolchinski
3 min readNov 29, 2023
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Generative AI might sound like a sci-fi thrill, but it’s got folks sweating over what it could bring. Yet, there’s no need to panic — the future’s looking bright if we gear up now.

Some worry about bias and politics sneaking into the mix. Jobs vanishing into thin air and a few tech wizards hogging all the wealth — sound familiar? Luckily, we’re not helpless. We can tackle these risks head-on with a bit of transparency, some corporate rule-setting, and a shake-up in education.

Let’s consider these fears and the dangers that come with generative AI, plus what might save the day.

Can biased algorithms influence our opinions?

Bias isn’t a new thing; it’s been there all along.

Editors cherry-picking stories, search engines favoring optimized content — it’s a cycle. And yes, generative AI is walking into the same ring. But fear not, competition among different AI players might just be the superhero here.

When there’s competition, innovation takes the stage, and that’s where the magic happens.

Job extinction and wealth concentration.

It’s a tale as old as time — tech pushing out jobs.

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Carel Kolchinski

Past lives as a journalist, PR poseur and commercial slave. Now an aged teetotaller, cyclist, enthusiastic musician and painter. Certified writing addict.