The Sophi(a)sms Of AI

Forbes contributor Hamilton Mann warns that 'sophi(a)sms'—language that quietly attributes to AI properties not actually demonstrated—are distorting public understanding of artificial intelligence. Mann argues that terms like 'thinking' or 'understanding' applied to AI systems mislead users and policymakers, and he calls for more precise language to describe AI capabilities. The piece highlights the risk that such linguistic shortcuts could lead to overtrust and misinformed decisions about AI deployment.