Don’t Be Fooled: Spotting Exaggerated and Impossible AI Claims

AI hype exposed: how to spot exaggerated artificial intelligence claims and AI myths A practical, no-nonsense guide to AI misinformation, AI limitations, and AI overhype in the real world Listen to separate AI fact vs fiction so you can make smarter, safer decisions about AI tools, AI ethics, and AI safety concerns

What You'll Learn:

• Use a simple 3-question credibility test to quickly evaluate bold artificial intelligence claims you see in media, marketing, and research papers
• Recognize red-flag phrases and buzzwords that often signal AI hype, including hidden assumptions behind “general intelligence” and “human-level AI” claims
• Understand the real limitations of today’s AI systems so you don’t over-trust tools that can still fail in surprising ways
• Spot overblown “replace-the-expert” promises and learn how to ask for the data, metrics, and benchmarks that should back them up
• Apply practical note-taking strategies so you actually remember key points about AI misinformation and can explain them to others
• Identify one specific area in your own work or life where AI overhype could mislead you—and how to protect yourself
• Take one small, concrete action this week to apply what you’ve learned, building a habit of skeptical, evidence-based thinking about AI
• Communicate AI fact vs fiction more responsibly so you can push back on myths without falling into fear or blind optimism