AI Crowned Word of the Year: The Rise of Digital Culture and Financial Dilemmas

AI: The Crown Jewel of 2023

In a grand ceremony of linguistic innovation, the Collins dictionary has officially declared “AI” as the word of the year for 2023. No, not the next trendy drink to sip at your local café, but an abbreviation that’s revolutionizing our digital landscape. Collins defines AI as “the modeling of human mental functions by computer programs,” hinting that computers are no longer just glorified calculators—they’re trying to think (and maybe even feel) like us.

AI’s Rapid Development and Public Buzz

As 2022 wrapped up, AI-powered language models came bursting into the public consciousness. By 2023, it felt like every conversation had a sprinkle of AI in it. Whether it’s generating text, answering quirky questions, or crafting the perfect dad joke, AI has become a household topic. Collins suggests AI is not just a passing fad but possibly the “next great technological revolution.” Who knows, soon we might have AI assistants that argue with us—if they haven’t already!

The Digital Culture Unicorn: De-Influencing

Stepping aside from the AI buzz, Collins also placed an interesting emphasis on digital culture. One of the notable entries was “de-influencing,” defined as influencers encouraging their followers to stray from overhyped products. Imagine an influencer who looks at a shiny gadget and says, “Hold up! You don’t need that!” Who would’ve thought influencers could become honest brokers? This trend seems to remind us that sometimes, less is more.