A year ago, AI was everywhere in the news. People thought it would take over jobs, run businesses, and change everything overnight. Some worried, others were excited.
Now, things look calmer. Companies that spent big on AI are finding that while it’s useful, it’s not magic. AI is great for speeding up tasks like drafting text, summarizing data, or helping write code—but it often struggles with the small details that make work truly finished. That last 10% still needs people.
The hiring boom for AI experts has also slowed down. At first, there was a rush—just like past tech crazes. But now budgets are tighter, and companies are using AI more carefully.
This isn’t unusual. Tech has always gone through “bubbles” of hype:
- Dot-com (2000s): Everyone launched websites, but only the strongest ideas survived.
- NFTs and Web3: Digital art sold for millions, but interest dropped quickly.
- 3D TVs: Marketed as the future of TV, but never became common.
AI is going through the same cycle: big excitement, then a reset. The hype may be cooling, but the technology is here to stay. Instead of replacing people, it’s becoming a helpful tool—a sidekick, not a boss.
What to Do Now
- Learn the basics of AI. Try out the tools and see how they can help you.
- Use AI as an assistant. Let it speed up boring tasks, but always check the results.
- Keep building real skills. Problem-solving, coding, design, and critical thinking are still what matter most.
The lesson? AI isn’t an ending—it’s another tool in the toolbox. Those who can mix AI with solid skills will do best in the long run.