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The newest trend on LinkedIn: Some random thought leader posts their latest opinion on how AI is going to revolutionise field XY or Z, and the last sentence is something like: 'Comment with the word "banana" if you want to receive my private guide on how to become the next AI emperor via DM.'
I've seen far too many people I used to respect reply to that.
Is there something in the water making society dumber by the minute?