“Unlocking Untapped Potential: Why 2024’s AI Content Revolution Didn’t Happen—Yet!”
In a world inundated with tales of artificial intelligence, it’s easy to see how sensationalism can seep into reporting, creating misconceptions that snowball into widespread beliefs. Take, for instance, the recent claims suggesting that data used for training AI is “disappearing.” Sounds alarming, right? A preprint titled “Consent in Crisis: The Rapid Decline of the AI Data Commons” ignited this debate, making waves through respected outlets like The New York Times. But here’s the kicker—data isn’t vanishing into thin air; it’s still very much present and, in fact, multiplying like rabbits! In 2025 alone, we’ll create a jaw-dropping 175 zetabytes of new data! The real shift lies in an increased demand for consent before using this content. It’s a far cry from a “crisis.” So, what’s really going on here? Let’s unpack this story and explore the significant implications it holds for creators and AI developers alike. LEARN MOREGiven the onslaught of stories about AI, it should not be surprising that reporting of “trends” will sometimes miss the mark. For example, last year there was a reported trend arguing that training materials used for AI were “disappearing.” This was advanced by a preprint entitled “Consent in Crisis: The Rapid Decline of the AI Data Commons,” and was then picked up by outlets such as The New York Times.
