AI as a Distraction - A Modern Wag the Dog Scenario

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often portrayed as a revolutionary technology that will reshape the future of humanity. However, AI is not a new technology. Its roots date back to the mid-20th century, when pioneers like Alan Turing and John McCarthy began laying its foundations. Yet, today, AI is used as a talking point to distract the public from more significant events unfolding in the shadows. This tactic of using AI as a distraction can be likened to the "Wag the Dog" scenario, where attention is intentionally diverted to cover up other, more consequential developments. In reality, the changes coming, particularly in the areas of economic systems and global governance, could be as transformative—and disruptive—as the societal shifts witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.