Opinion: The Phrase 'AI is Just a Tool' Will Age Badly
VraserX · x · 2026-08-11
The author argues that the notion of AI being merely a 'tool' will soon be proven wrong. The reasoning is that traditional tools (like a hammer) cannot independently complete projects, hire other tools, or improve themselves overnight. AI is demonstrating autonomy and evolutionary capabilities that go far beyond passive tools.
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