AI Snake Oil Book Discussion

This event is a book discussion centered on AI Snake Oil by Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor. The authors examine the distinction between generative and predictive AI, arguing that the latter frequently underperforms while masking systemic institutional failures. Discussion participants will analyze the authors' perspectives on AI hype, the limits of predictive analytics in various social contexts, and the roles that researchers, media, and corporations play in creating unrealistic expectations regarding technology.