Dom a relevant discussion about AI metaphors “AI as a flying blue brain? How metaphors influence our visions of AI“

Why is Artificial Intelligence so commonly depicted as a machine with a human brain? The narratives and metaphors of science fiction, media outlets and special interest groups about what is described by the term “Artificial Intelligence” (to make use of a metaphor already) have affected our view of AI systems in society. Metaphors are all around us and they are extremely powerful: they access our memories, trigger emotions, influence our attitude and shape our expectations about the future. This article shows why one misleading metaphor became so prevalent. 

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Source: https://www.hiig.de/en/ai-metaphors/
Image Alt Text: A visualized human brain with blue light effects