Can AI “Scheme”? (Nope.) | AI Reality Check

Apr 2, 2026 · 0:20:01

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Cal Newport critiques sensationalized AI news, focusing on a specific Axios article.
He analyzes a research paper, questioning the claims of AI "scheming" capabilities.
Newport emphasizes the importance of understanding AI's actual limitations and current reality.

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