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The Reverse Centaur’s Guide to Life After AI by Cory Doctorow review – the real price of artificial intelligence

The Guardian — Tech · · International · AI Governance

A new book by Cory Doctorow critically examines the economic consequences of the AI industry's rise, arguing that the technology's costs — particularly to workers and creative professionals — are being obscured by corporate enthusiasm. The review highlights growing public skepticism, evidenced by students openly rejecting pro-AI messaging from tech leaders.

Why this matters: Doctorow's work situates AI's labor disruption within a broader critique of concentrated tech power, raising questions about who bears the risks of automated systems built largely on data extracted from individuals and workers without meaningful consent or compensation.

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