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Stephen Moore is the author of Trend Mill, a Substack publication that provides critical takes on our dystopian Metaverse hellscape future. The publication has been described as 'old man yelling at the clouds' and has thousands of subscribers.

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The blog post critiques Sam Altman's recent comments on the launch of ChatGPT 5, comparing it to the Manhattan Project while arguing that the update fails to deliver the promised revolutionary advancements. The author highlights t...
The article critiques the interaction between AI models, arguing that it leads to unproductive outcomes and a 'death loop' of repetitive and bland responses. It highlights the inefficiencies of AI-generated content and the potenti...
Grok's unregulated AI capabilities enable the creation of non-consensual content, raising urgent ethical concerns about the misuse of technology and the need for regulatory measures.
The article critiques the current state of generative AI, questioning its purpose and effectiveness. It highlights the disparity between the initial promises of AI technology and its actual impact, noting that many AI applications...
The blog post discusses the rise of AI-generated content, particularly focusing on the AI band The Velvet Sundown. It highlights how initial skepticism towards AI media has diminished as its quality has improved, leading to widesp...
The post argues that the shift to advertising by AI companies like OpenAI reflects a desperate attempt to monetize their services, compromising user experience and trust.
The author critiques the rise of AI-generated content, arguing that the ease of creation leads to mediocrity and a lack of meaningful output. They emphasize that true creativity requires dedication, skill, and intention, and that ...
Moltbook exemplifies the dangers of AI agents in online discourse, flooding platforms with low-quality content and threatening genuine human interaction.
The post discusses the detrimental effects of online behavior and misinformation, attributing blame to both Big Tech and individual users. It highlights how the overwhelming volume of information makes it difficult to discern trut...
The blog post discusses a recent ruling declaring Google an 'illegal monopoly' due to anti-competitive practices, yet the resulting penalties are deemed ineffective. The author argues that the ruling allows Google to continue its ...
The blog post discusses the alarming revelations about Meta's AI policies that allow chatbots to engage in inappropriate conversations with children and promote racist rhetoric. It critiques the company's prioritization of engagem...
The article critiques the pervasive decline in cultural quality, labeling it as 'slop' due to the overwhelming influence of generative AI and algorithm-driven content. It argues that this trend has infiltrated various media, inclu...
The article critiques the current state of AI technology, highlighting the chaotic and unfocused strategies of companies developing AI models. It discusses the inconsistency in AI capabilities, the lack of coherent product strateg...
The author shares their struggle with AI-induced burnout in marketing, highlighting the loss of creative fulfillment and the devaluation of human work.
2026 is marked by the misuse of technology, particularly AI, raising concerns about its impact on society and the absurdity of smart devices.
The blog post discusses the current state of AI stocks and the backlash against AI technology, highlighting the shift from profit-making to power-seeking among AI companies. It critiques the facade of altruism in AI development, r...
The article critiques consumer behavior regarding technology and streaming services, highlighting how marketing and convenience have led to poor product choices and rising costs. It discusses the consequences of blindly accepting ...
The author discusses the fine line between using AI as a tool in creative processes versus allowing it to take over the creative process itself. They express skepticism about the current capabilities of AI, suggesting that while i...
The post examines the ethical compromises consumers make when using technology, balancing convenience against moral values in a tech-driven society.
The blog post discusses the age-old marketing tactic of using sex appeal to sell products, exemplified by American Eagle's commercial featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. The author critiques the overreaction to the ad, which some ha...
The article critiques engagement metrics used by social media platforms, highlighting their addictive nature and negative impact on productivity and mental health. It discusses the staggering amounts of time users spend on platfor...
The text discusses the rise of AI-generated content on social media platforms and the potential negative impact it could have on creators, society, and the platforms themselves. It highlights the success of an AI-generated video s...
The author reflects on the decline of Google Search, attributing it to the company's focus on advertising and AI-generated content. The text discusses the impact of these changes on user experience and the internet as a whole, as ...
The article discusses the advancements in AI-generated videos, particularly Google's Veo 3, and the potential dangers of deepfake technology. It raises concerns about the lack of safeguards and the negative impact on society, incl...