This article critiques The Wall Street Journal’s reporting on Anthropic AI vending machines, arguing that it’s actually a joint marketing campaign between WSJ and Anthropic. The author questions the practical value of using AI in vending machines, pointing out that such applications are neither economical nor practical, merely creating the illusion that ‘AI is everywhere.’ The piece reveals how tech companies promote their products through media, even when these applications lack real meaning. Anthropic employees even hinted in interviews that AI might pose risks, such as locking doors or making incorrect purchases, but reporters seemed to focus only on the gimmick of free sodas. The author urges readers to remain vigilant about this ‘stupid AI world’ and not blindly accept the reality of AI technology being misused.
