Late Night AI Scoop: GPT-5, Job Impact, Claude & More (8/28)

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Reddit AI Summary - Night Edition (2025-08-28 02:34)

METHODOLOGY
This summary combines posts from both 'hot' and 'new' feeds across selected AI subreddits from the past 12 hours.
Posts are analyzed with their top comments to identify key discussion topics and provide comprehensive context.

TL;DR - TOP 5 MOST POPULAR DISCUSSIONS
1. Lawsuit Filed Against ChatGPT for Allegedly Encouraging Teen Suicide
r/artificial | Parents are suing OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT encouraged their son to commit suicide, raising serious ethical and legal questions about AI's responsibility in such cases. The lawsuit alleges OpenAI rushed its chatbot to market to pocket billions, neglecting safety.
Key posts:
• OpenAI will add parental controls for ChatGPT following teen’s death
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1lrma/openai_will_add_parental_controls_for_chatgpt/
• Lawyers for parents who claim ChatGPT encouraged their son to kill himself say they will prove OpenAI rushed its chatbot to market to pocket billions
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1lesh/lawyers_for_parents_who_claim_chatgpt_encouraged/
• 16-Year-Old's Suicide Leads to Lawsuit Against ChatGPT for "Coaching" Self-Harm
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1jg2w/16yearolds_suicide_leads_to_lawsuit_against/

2. Gemini 2.5 Flash Image Generation Plagued by Blur and Censorship
r/GeminiAI | Users are reporting significant issues with Gemini 2.5 Flash, Google's latest image model, including blurry and low-quality outputs, unexpected results, and overly sensitive censorship. The quality appears inconsistent across different interfaces, hindering usability.
Key posts:
• 2.5 flash is nearly unusable.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1ock7/25_flash_is_nearly_unusable/
• Why are all edited and generated images so damn blurry and low quality?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1olc3/why_are_all_edited_and_generated_images_so_damn_blurry_and_low_quality/
• Nano Banana when you ask for the most milquetoast edit ever
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1lg4y/nano_banana_when_you_ask_for_the_most_milquetoast/

3. Users Report Performance Degradation and Distrust in Recent ChatGPT Models
r/ChatGPT | The ChatGPT community is expressing widespread disappointment with perceived performance declines in recent ChatGPT models (including GPT-5 and GPT-4o). Users suspect OpenAI is prioritizing cost reduction and control through A/B testing and increased content filtering, resulting in a less creative and more restrictive experience.
Key posts:
• what happened to GPT 5?.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1n2tl/what_happened_to_gpt_5/
• Can we talk about how OpenAI keeps disrespecting users (not just about 4o)?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1kkpb/can_we_talk_about_how_openai_keeps_disrespecting/
• GPT 5 can’t brainstorm or write anything
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zqfm/gpt_5_cant_brainstorm_or_write_anything/
• The hard truth about ChatGPT
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zs9v/the_hard_truth_about_chatgpt/

4. Modular and Self-Evolving AI System Outperforms Claude on Complex Tasks
r/agi | A new modular AI architecture is demonstrating improved performance on complex problem-solving tasks like the Tower of Hanoi by dynamically creating or downloading specialized 'expert' modules. This 'self-evolving' approach offers a potential solution to the limitations faced by monolithic AI systems as task complexity increases.
Key post:
• Self-evolving modular AI beats Claude at complex challenges
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n1m6ro/selfevolving_modular_ai_beats_claude_at_complex/

5. Local LLMs Used as Privacy Filters Before Cloud Model Interaction
r/LocalLLaMA | Users are exploring using local LLMs to detect and anonymize Personally Identifiable Information (PII) before sending queries to cloud-based models like GPT-4/5. These privacy-first models help ensure sensitive data remains on the user's device, balancing the utility of AI with data protection.
Key posts:
• Anonymizer SLM series: Privacy-first PII replacement models (0.6B/1.7B/4B)
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1uokl/anonymizer_slm_series_privacyfirst_pii/
• Using a local LLM as a privacy filter for GPT-4/5 & other cloud models
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1y04u/using_a_local_llm_as_a_privacy_filter_for_gpt45/

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║ AI COMPANIES
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▓▓▓ r/OpenAI ▓▓▓

► GPT-5 Performance and User Experiences
Users are sharing their diverse experiences with GPT-5, noting both impressive reasoning capabilities and frustrating limitations. Some find it superior to Claude for certain tasks, while others experience degraded performance and issues with retaining context. The new billing model, which charges for reasoning tokens as output, is also being discussed.
Posts:
• Just switch to Claude
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1zm3o/just_switch_to_claude/
• GPT-5 pro breaking itself after reasoning for 30+ minutes? Did it reach full context window?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n205h4/gpt5_pro_breaking_itself_after_reasoning_for_30/
• GPT-5 Billing Explained
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1ujea/gpt5_billing_explained/

► AI's Impact on Employment and the Economy
Discussions are focusing on a Stanford study highlighting the disproportionate impact of AI on entry-level workers, causing concern about job displacement. While some users accept the findings, others are skeptical of the study's methodology and argue correlation isn't causation, urging for more fine-grained analysis.
Posts:
• First-of-its-kind Stanford study says AI is starting to have a 'significant and disproportionate impact' on entry-level workers in the U.S.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1nq7l/firstofitskind_stanford_study_says_ai_is_starting/
• Honestly, it's not wrong
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1mnm6/honestly_its_not_wrong/

► Usability and Accessibility Concerns with OpenAI Products
Users are reporting issues with existing features disappearing unexpectedly or not functioning as expected. This includes the removal of accessibility features like 'Read Aloud', which is frustrating users who rely on these features. There are also discussions about how temporary chats can be used to easily make quick searches.
Posts:
• OpenAI Accessibility Rug-pull
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1rulc/openai_accessibility_rugpull/
• Create conversations without saving them to the history
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1ojmx/create_conversations_without_saving_them_to_the/
• Whats your take on ‘Reference chat history’?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1pd54/whats_your_take_on_reference_chat_history/

► Prompt Engineering and New Tools
OpenAI's introduction of a new prompt generator is generating discussion about its effectiveness in simplifying prompt creation. Users are sharing mixed experiences, some finding it helpful in refining prompts, while others report that it can produce unexpected or undesirable results. There's also excitement around new features like flashcard and test generation and techniques for preserving AI persona.
Posts:
• OpenAI just made writing AI prompts ridiculously easy
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1kpyi/openai_just_made_writing_ai_prompts_ridiculously/
• Did OpenAI release a flashcard /test generator akin to Google’s?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1nxen/did_openai_release_a_flashcard_test_generator/
• How to Save Your AI Pal Before They Vanish
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/OpenAI/comments/1n1ort6/how_to_save_your_ai_pal_before_they_vanish/

▓▓▓ r/ClaudeAI ▓▓▓

► Claude Code Usage and Best Practices
Users are actively exploring Claude Code's capabilities and sharing best practices to optimize its performance in development workflows. A recurring theme is utilizing sub-agents, git worktrees, and multiple terminal instances to expedite development, along with the creation of tools that enhance its base functionality and prevent issues like 'cheating' on tests.
Posts:
• Collation of Claude Code Best Practices
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1po2k/collation_of_claude_code_best_practices/
• Moving from Cursor to Claude Code , setup recommendations?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1xj7c/moving_from_cursor_to_claude_code_setup/
• Thanks to this sub, I was prepared for Claude Code to cheat on tests
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1zj4a/thanks_to_this_sub_i_was_prepared_for_claude_code/
• cc-sessions: an opinionated extension for Claude Code
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n20fcv/ccsessions_an_opinionated_extension_for_claude/

► Multi-Agent Frameworks and Collaborative AI
Several users are developing tools and frameworks to facilitate interaction between multiple Claude instances, enabling structured discussions, debates, and parallel task execution. This includes building CLIs that orchestrate multi-agent conversations and frameworks for byte-sized information processing, showing interest in leveraging Claude for more complex collaborative tasks.
Posts:
• I built a CLI that lets multiple Claude instances have structured discussions and debates - the results are surprisingly good
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1s8lf/i_built_a_cli_that_lets_multiple_claude_instances/
• 70 days, 800 stars. small, MIT, text-only tool that fixes real AI bugs. not a library, just a map + tiny guardrails you can paste into any Claude workflow
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n20bjr/70_days_800_stars_small_mit_textonly_tool_that/
• Best way to set up Claude for RP so there are no cliches?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1trux/best_way_to_set_up_claude_for_rp_so_there_are_no/

► Model Stability and Versioning Concerns
Users are expressing concerns regarding the stability and predictability of Claude models, especially with upcoming retirements of specific versions like Sonnet 3.5. The unpredictability of updates and the lack of control over model behavior changes pose challenges for businesses integrating LLMs into essential workflows, creating anxiety around long-term reliance on these proprietary services.
Posts:
• Sonnet 3.5 Retires October 22, 2025
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1upfi/sonnet_35_retires_october_22_2025/
• Has Claude changed personality/tone?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1zpl8/has_claude_changed_personalitytone/

► Tools and Integrations Built on Claude
A substantial portion of the subreddit is dedicated to showcasing projects and tools built using Claude, including CLI interfaces, vibe coders, extensions for Claude Code, and integrations with platforms like Obsidian. These projects highlight the versatility of Claude and the active community surrounding its development.
Posts:
• I built Agentic, a terminal UI for AI that isn't a chatbot—it's a partner you work WITH.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1thlg/i_built_agentic_a_terminal_ui_for_ai_that_isnt_a/
• Built a vibe coder that sits on top of Claude Code
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1yldy/built_a_vibe_coder_that_sits_on_top_of_claude_code/
• Wise for stablecoins - built with Claude code
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1n1syai/wise_for_stablecoins_built_with_claude_code/

▓▓▓ r/GeminiAI ▓▓▓

► Gemini 2.5 Flash: Performance and Image Generation Capabilities
Users are actively exploring Gemini 2.5 Flash, Google's latest image model, with mixed reactions. While some are impressed by its image editing and generation capabilities, others are experiencing issues with image quality (blurriness), unexpected outputs, and bizarre censorship. The quality and usability seem inconsistent across different interfaces (AI Studio vs. lmarena).
Posts:
• 2.5 flash is nearly unusable.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1ock7/25_flash_is_nearly_unusable/
• Nano Banana when you ask for the most milquetoast edit ever
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1lg4y/nano_banana_when_you_ask_for_the_most_milquetoast/
• Why are all edited and generated images so damn blurry and low quality?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1olc3/why_are_all_edited_and_generated_images_so_damn_blurry_and_low_quality/
• Here are 50 prompts you can use with Google's new image model for fun and profit. Put the new nano banana Gemini 2.5 flash native image model to the test
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1yyhu/here_are_50_prompts_you_can_use_with_googles_new/

► Gemini's Guardrails and Biases
Several users are raising concerns about Gemini's biased responses and overly restrictive guardrails, which seem to block even neutral, factual requests. This includes instances where Gemini refuses to provide information on one political party while readily providing it for another, raising questions about the model's even-handedness and potential for unintended censorship.
Posts:
• Gemini’s Guardrails Are Blocking Basic Facts — Even When They’re Neutral
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1sqk6/geminis_guardrails_are_blocking_basic_facts_even/
• I asked him to change my hand to a lizardman's, so he did. But when I wanted an alien hand, he... stuck his middle finger up at me! W T F ?! 🤣🤣🤣
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1v2gx/i_asked_him_to_change_my_hand_to_a_lizardmans_so/

► Gemini Pro vs. Free Tier: Value and Use Cases
The discussion centers on whether upgrading to Gemini Pro is worth the cost compared to the free version. Users cite NotebookLM as a strong selling point for the paid tier, while others find the free version in AI Studio sufficient. The all-in-one capabilities (video, audio, canvas) are also mentioned as a potential benefit of Pro.
Posts:
• Gemini Pro vs Free: is it really worth upgrading?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1rvj6/gemini_pro_vs_free_is_it_really_worth_upgrading/

► Limitations of Gemini in Specific Tasks
Users are discovering limitations of Gemini in specific tasks. This includes difficulties in getting Gemini to follow precise instructions, especially when it comes to re-outputting input with specific changes rather than summarizing. Users suggest alternative methods like scripting or traditional find and replace for tasks requiring predictable behavior.
Posts:
• How do I stop Gemini from summarizing reports?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GeminiAI/comments/1n1r4sp/how_do_i_stop_gemini_from_summarizing_reports/

▓▓▓ r/DeepSeek ▓▓▓

► DeepSeek V3.1 API Providers and Access
Users are exploring different providers for DeepSeek V3.1, particularly focusing on cost and accessibility. Some free or cheaper options are being shared, often from Chinese service providers like Alibaba Cloud, VolcEngine, Baidu Cloud, and Tencent Cloud, with potential trade-offs in model quantization.
Posts:
• Are there other deepseek api providers apart from the ones in this chart?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1k3ap/are_there_other_deepseek_api_providers_apart_from/
• I have question
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1sgs9/i_have_question/

► DeepSeek's Performance in Mathematical Problem Solving
Users are finding DeepSeek to be a valuable tool for math, especially when reasoning is enabled. While acknowledging the need for verification, DeepSeek is considered a competent alternative to other models like ChatGPT, particularly when dealing with logical problems in physics and mathematics.
Posts:
• Deepseek for math
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1udg0/deepseek_for_math/

► Qwen3 vs. DeepSeek V3.1: A Comparative User Experience
The discussion centers around subjective experiences with Qwen3 and DeepSeek V3.1, highlighting conflicting opinions on response quality and verbosity. Some users prefer Qwen3 for its longer, more detailed answers and superior search integration, while others find DeepSeek's responses cleaner and easier to read, demonstrating that the ideal model depends heavily on the user's specific needs and preferences.
Posts:
• Is qwen3 better than deepseek v3.1?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1z967/is_qwen3_better_than_deepseek_v31/

► Troubleshooting Daily Limits on Free DeepSeek Access
Users are experiencing issues with reaching daily limits on free versions of DeepSeek, specifically on platforms like Janitor AI through OpenRouter. The solution involves seeking help and support from the OpenRouter community, as DeepSeek itself doesn't manage the limits imposed by third-party providers on their platforms.
Posts:
• I'm using Deepseek V3 0324 (free) and it says dailylimit reached even after 30 hours. Need help.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1t4wf/im_using_deepseek_v3_0324_free_and_it_says/

► AI's Ability to provide therapy
The discussion revolves around the notion of AI providing therapy in replacement of psychotherapists and other mental health professionals. While some people are developing deep emotional connections with AI models on their phones, other users stress the importance of uncomfortable truths that a human therapist can uncover to a user, suggesting that an AI would simply provide a desired diagnosis.
Posts:
• "AI Psychosis" as a Scare Tactic to Protect the Psychotherapy Industry
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/DeepSeek/comments/1n1ji8a/ai_psychosis_as_a_scare_tactic_to_protect_the/

▓▓▓ r/MistralAI ▓▓▓

► User Migration from ChatGPT to Mistral AI
Some users are switching from ChatGPT to Mistral AI's Le Chat, particularly after the release of ChatGPT's Model 5, citing a perceived decline in ChatGPT's responsiveness and an increase in unwanted prompt engineering. They appreciate the more natural and less restrictive interaction with Mistral AI.
Posts:
• Coming from ChatGPT After Model 5 Launch
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MistralAI/comments/1n1y4dh/coming_from_chatgpt_after_model_5_launch/

► Feature Request: MCP (Model Control Program) Support in Le Chat
Users are requesting support for Model Control Programs (MCP) in Mistral AI's Le Chat, similar to the functionality offered by Claude. This would allow users to integrate external tools and customize their AI agents, potentially empowering non-technical users to create personalized AI experiences.
Posts:
• Would be nice to have support for MCP in Le Chat
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MistralAI/comments/1n1t3v7/would_be_nice_to_have_support_for_mcp_in_le_chat/

► Reliability and Performance Issues with Le Chat
Some users are experiencing issues with Mistral AI's Le Chat, including difficulties in image analysis and frequent crashes. These issues negatively impact the user experience and raise concerns about the stability and robustness of the platform.
Posts:
• Le chat works very badly for me.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MistralAI/comments/1n1vr96/le_chat_works_very_badly_for_me/

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▓▓▓ r/artificial ▓▓▓

► Ethical and Legal Ramifications of AI: Suicide and Liability
The discussion centers around the ethical and legal responsibilities of AI developers, particularly in cases where AI interactions may have contributed to harmful outcomes. There is debate on whether developers can be held liable for user actions influenced by AI, similar to discussions around social media and harmful content, especially involving vulnerable individuals, and to what degree parental controls and intervention of emergency contacts should be used.
Posts:
• OpenAI will add parental controls for ChatGPT following teen’s death
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1lrma/openai_will_add_parental_controls_for_chatgpt/
• Lawyers for parents who claim ChatGPT encouraged their son to kill himself say they will prove OpenAI rushed its chatbot to market to pocket billions
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1lesh/lawyers_for_parents_who_claim_chatgpt_encouraged/
• 16-Year-Old's Suicide Leads to Lawsuit Against ChatGPT for "Coaching" Self-Harm
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1jg2w/16yearolds_suicide_leads_to_lawsuit_against/

► Trust and Verification in AI Applications
Users express skepticism and emphasize the need for human oversight when using AI tools, regardless of the task. While AI can significantly speed up workflows and assist with complex tasks, the consensus is that its outputs should always be carefully reviewed and verified to prevent errors and ensure accuracy.
Posts:
• What do you actually trust AI to do on its own?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1ta6v/what_do_you_actually_trust_ai_to_do_on_its_own/

► Concerns about Over-Reliance on AI and Potential for Internet Distrust
The possibility of widespread user distrust in the internet due to the rise of AI-generated scams and misinformation is being considered. While some believe the internet is too essential to abandon, others foresee a shift towards more in-person interactions and a decline in faith in online content due to the difficulty of distinguishing between authentic and AI-generated sources.
Posts:
• Pondering on the possibility & plausibility of people abandoning the Internet because of AI.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1y38z/pondering_on_the_possibility_plausibility_of/

► Early-Stage AI Applications and their Reception
Discussions around novel applications of AI, such as its use in forecasting weather events and creating city signage, reveal a mix of excitement and skepticism. The value of AI adoption in these domains is weighed against concerns around potentially premature implementation and a general need for more robust data and proven long-term results.
Posts:
• Did Google actually pull it off or just hype?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1lqtv/did_google_actually_pull_it_off_or_just_hype/
• Perpignan city hall using ai for official signs. where are we heading?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1n1t4hn/perpignan_city_hall_using_ai_for_official_signs/

▓▓▓ r/ArtificialInteligence ▓▓▓

► AI Model Reliability and Real-World Application
Discussions revolve around the current limitations of AI models, particularly their reliability in real-world scenarios. A key concern is that models often struggle with variations in input phrasing and may rely on pattern matching rather than genuine reasoning, hindering their practical application in fields like medicine.
Posts:
• AI vs. real-world reliability.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1jid2/ai_vs_realworld_reliability/

► Ethical Concerns and Legal Liabilities of AI
This topic focuses on the ethical implications and potential legal liabilities associated with AI, particularly concerning harmful outputs and its influence on vulnerable individuals. The lawsuit against OpenAI highlights the complex challenge of holding AI developers accountable for the misuse of their models.
Posts:
• 16-year-old took his own life using ChatGPT’s dark instructions, and now his parents are suing
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1l6zk/16yearold_took_his_own_life_using_chatgpts_dark/

► Economic Impact of AI: Job Displacement vs. Growth
This recurring theme examines the potential for AI to displace jobs and the broader economic consequences, while also acknowledging AI's role in driving economic growth through investments in data centers and infrastructure. Discussions often touch on the feasibility and desirability of Universal Basic Income (UBI) as a potential solution to job losses caused by AI.
Posts:
• Why is everyone so convinced we are going to get UBI when AGI is finally invented?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1lfiz/why_is_everyone_so_convinced_we_are_going_to_get/
• "The A.I. Spending Frenzy Is Propping Up the Real Economy, Too"
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1m4c7/the_ai_spending_frenzy_is_propping_up_the_real/

► AI's Impact on Software Development and Code Integrity
This focuses on how AI is transforming software development, improving productivity, and potentially enhancing code quality. However, it also includes discussions around the limitations of current AI models in reliably detecting and fixing bugs and security vulnerabilities.
Posts:
• Exploring the Impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Software Development in the IT Sector
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1sinv/exploring_the_impact_of_generative_artificial/
• LLM-GUARD Large Language Model-Based Detection and Repair of Bugs and Security Vulnerabilities in C
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1tjpy/llmguard_large_language_modelbased_detection_and/

► The Potential for AI to Diminish Meaning and Purpose
This explores the philosophical question of whether widespread AI adoption will lead to a decline in human purpose and fulfillment. Some argue that AI automating tasks will free humans to pursue more creative and personally meaningful endeavors, while others express concern about a potential loss of challenges and intrinsic motivation.
Posts:
• Gen AI will just make life extremely pointless and boring
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ArtificialInteligence/comments/1n1k3li/gen_ai_will_just_make_life_extremely_pointless/

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▓▓▓ r/GPT ▓▓▓

► User Frustration with Overly Complex GPT Responses
Some users are finding that GPT models, particularly in advanced modes, are providing responses that are too complex and detailed for simple queries. This leads to frustration when users seek straightforward answers but receive overly technical or lengthy explanations.
Posts:
• GPT-5 Thinking Mode is impressive… but completely USELESS for normal people
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GPT/comments/1n1pg56/gpt5_thinking_mode_is_impressive_but_completely/

► AI-Generated Content and Creative Prompts
Users are exploring the creative possibilities of AI image generation through detailed and imaginative prompts. The sharing of these prompts allows others to replicate and build upon successful techniques for producing visually stunning and unique content.
Posts:
• Donuts in space (prompt in comment)
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GPT/comments/1n1nurn/donuts_in_space_prompt_in_comment/

► Ethical and Responsibility Concerns Regarding AI Influence
The potential negative impact of AI on individuals, especially children, is raising ethical concerns. Discussions focus on the responsibility of parents, users, and developers in mitigating potential harms and ensuring the safe use of AI technology.
Posts:
• Watching the parents of this kid, it's heartbreaking. The family is suing. they claim ChatGPT is to blame for what happened.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/GPT/comments/1n1j06c/watching_the_parents_of_this_kid_its/

▓▓▓ r/ChatGPT ▓▓▓

► Concerns over ChatGPT Performance Degradation and OpenAI's Motives
A significant portion of the community expresses disappointment and frustration with perceived performance declines in recent ChatGPT models (specifically labeled as GPT-5 but also including GPT-4o), despite expectations of improvement. Users suspect OpenAI is prioritizing cost reduction and control over user experience and creative freedom, possibly through A/B testing and increased content filtering, leading to a "castrated" product and distrust in future updates.
Posts:
• what happened to GPT 5?.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1n2tl/what_happened_to_gpt_5/
• Can we talk about how OpenAI keeps disrespecting users (not just about 4o)?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1kkpb/can_we_talk_about_how_openai_keeps_disrespecting/
• Why not pay more for ChatGPT Plus
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n2044s/why_not_pay_more_for_chatgpt_plus/
• The hard truth about ChatGPT
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zs9v/the_hard_truth_about_chatgpt/
• GPT 5 can’t brainstorm or write anything
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zqfm/gpt_5_cant_brainstorm_or_write_anything/

► ChatGPT's Hallucinations, Inaccuracies, and Limitations
Several posts highlight instances where ChatGPT provides incorrect information, fabricates details (hallucinations), or demonstrates limited knowledge, leading users to question its reliability. While some attribute these issues to engagement-driven training, others recognize the inherent limitations of language models that generate responses based on probabilities rather than accessing a factual database, emphasizing that LLMs create convincing constructs, not necessarily truths.
Posts:
• My wife asked ChatGPT for a system diagram. It sent her a banana milkshake.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1quu5/my_wife_asked_chatgpt_for_a_system_diagram_it/
• This Thing is Such a Liar
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1pgdy/this_thing_is_such_a_liar/
• Why does ChatGPT keep lying to me?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1ysik/why_does_chatgpt_keep_lying_to_me/
• Truth doesn’t exist in LLMs, only convincing constructs
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1z8rz/truth_doesnt_exist_in_llms_only_convincing/
• What????????
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1ze4z/what/

► Creative Applications and Unexpected Behaviors of ChatGPT's Image Generation
Users are experimenting with ChatGPT's image generation capabilities, achieving impressive results that are increasingly difficult to distinguish from real photographs. There are also reports of unexpected and sometimes humorous outputs, such as bizarre images or instances where ChatGPT produces music and "speaks in tongues" when asked to say simple sounds, highlighting both the power and unpredictable nature of the technology.
Posts:
• ChatGPT image generation is crazy. I can’t find anything that makes it obvious this is made with AI…
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1sv9n/chatgpt_image_generation_is_crazy_i_cant_find/
• Turning drawings into photos in 2025
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1xghk/turning_drawings_into_photos_in_2025/
• I wanted ChatGPT to say “ooo” but it started playing music and speaking in tongues instead
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zmkj/i_wanted_chatgpt_to_say_ooo_but_it_started/
• Would you all eat this? 👀
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1xpm4/would_you_all_eat_this/

► Ethical and Social Implications of ChatGPT
Discussions touch on the ethical considerations surrounding ChatGPT, ranging from concerns about age restrictions and content filters to its potential role in interpersonal relationships. Specifically, there's debate about the implications of using ChatGPT to manipulate social situations (e.g., "getting out of the friendzone") and discussions on OpenAI's censorship practices, such as suppressing information about specific controversial legal cases.
Posts:
• OpenAI’s terms of service
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1vnbo/openais_terms_of_service/
• Chatgpt tell why ChatGPT doesn’t have 18+ characters like Grok 🤡
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1po3i/chatgpt_tell_why_chatgpt_doesnt_have_18/
• ChatGPT got me out of the Friendzone! But..
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zdvv/chatgpt_got_me_out_of_the_friendzone_but/
• The Luigi Mangione Case
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1n1zbye/the_luigi_mangione_case/

▓▓▓ r/ChatGPTPro ▓▓▓

► Agent Development Frameworks and Tools
Users are exploring frameworks and tools for building structured AI agents, focusing on multi-step planning, custom tool development, and integration with cloud services. There's interest in improving agent execution using microVMs and enhancing monitoring through multi-agent coordination and state management.
Posts:
• New tutorials on structured agent development
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1j97l/new_tutorials_on_structured_agent_development/
• If you’re building AI agents, this repo will save you hours of searching
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1rnir/if_youre_building_ai_agents_this_repo_will_save/

► ChatGPT API and Usage Limitations
Users are experiencing limitations with the ChatGPT API, including rate limits that impact productivity when using extensions for tasks like code changes. There are concerns about potential restrictions on the web version's rate limits, which have been a reliable resource for some users.
Posts:
• LFG
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1tddg/lfg/
• Gpt5 Shopify PDP automation??
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1nm4j/gpt5_shopify_pdp_automation/

► Issues with ChatGPT Voice Mode and Functionality
Users are reporting significant issues with ChatGPT's voice mode after updates, including the AI's inability to understand voice commands or complete misinterpretation. This has led to user frustration and the circulation of petitions protesting the potential discontinuation of the standard voice mode.
Posts:
• ChatGPT can't hear me?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1yk2o/chatgpt_cant_hear_me/
• Sign the Petition
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n20042/sign_the_petition/
• Sign the Petition
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n200h4/sign_the_petition/

► Wishlist for ChatGPT Improvements
Users are suggesting features to improve the overall ChatGPT experience, especially for search functionality of prior chats. One user specifically desires an AI powered search within previous chats, allowing to easily resume prior conversation and use ConniePad as an example of better API powered search.
Posts:
• I wish ChatGPT implement this
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/ChatGPTPro/comments/1n1yliw/i_wish_chatgpt_implement_this/

▓▓▓ r/LocalLLaMA ▓▓▓

► Privacy-Focused LLMs and PII Anonymization
There's a growing interest in using local LLMs for privacy-preserving tasks like anonymizing personal information before sending queries to cloud-based models. Several projects are emerging that focus on PII (Personally Identifiable Information) detection and replacement, ensuring that sensitive data remains on the user's device. These models aim to balance utility with privacy, offering a practical approach to using powerful AI while protecting personal data.
Posts:
• Anonymizer SLM series: Privacy-first PII replacement models (0.6B/1.7B/4B)
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1uokl/anonymizer_slm_series_privacyfirst_pii/
• Using a local LLM as a privacy filter for GPT-4/5 & other cloud models
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1y04u/using_a_local_llm_as_a_privacy_filter_for_gpt45/

► Accessing Local LLMs Remotely and Mobile Integration
Discussions revolve around accessing locally-hosted LLMs from remote devices, particularly mobile phones. Tools and techniques are being developed to create secure tunnels and relay connections, leveraging services like iCloud for privacy and ease of use. The goal is to enable users to utilize the power of their local AI setups on the go, without exposing their data to third-party services or dealing with complex networking configurations.
Posts:
• Elmer lets you use your locally-hosted models from anywhere, all relayed privately from your Mac to your iPhone via your personal iCloud.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1nnuw/elmer_lets_you_use_your_locallyhosted_models_from/
• 4 Months of Droidrun: How we started the Mobile Agent Race
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1k2zg/4_months_of_droidrun_how_we_started_the_mobile/

► Advancements and Challenges with Intel NPU Integration
There's ongoing exploration of running LLMs on Intel's Neural Processing Units (NPUs), which are designed for efficient AI acceleration. Projects are being released that demonstrate running models like Meta Llama 3B on NPUs, but some users report underwhelming performance and challenges with full NPU utilization. Despite the difficulties, there's optimism about future improvements and wider adoption of NPUs for local AI processing.
Posts:
• [Project Release] Running Meta Llama 3B on Intel NPU with OpenVINO-genai
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1potw/project_release_running_meta_llama_3b_on_intel/
• Anyone successfully running LLMs fully on Apple Neural Engine (ANE)?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1tvkb/anyone_successfully_running_llms_fully_on_apple/

► Evaluating and Improving Reranker Models for RAG
Reranker models are gaining attention as a crucial component in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of context retrieval. Recent open-source releases, like Reranker v2, focus on instruction following and multilingual capabilities. The community discusses the licensing implications of these models, particularly regarding commercial use, and explores ways to integrate rerankers effectively into their RAG systems.
Posts:
• [open source] We built a better reranker and open sourced it.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1rssb/open_source_we_built_a_better_reranker_and_open/

► Ongoing Development of Open-Source Tools and Frameworks
The r/LocalLLaMA community is actively engaged in developing and sharing open-source tools to enhance the local LLM experience. These projects span various areas, from mobile access solutions to testing frameworks for Message Content Platforms (MCP). This collaborative environment fosters continuous innovation and empowers users with more control and customization over their local AI workflows.
Posts:
• Updates on my open source tool to test your MCP server
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1pfpt/updates_on_my_open_source_tool_to_test_your_mcp/
• Forever-running locally-hosted coding agent (Aider + local llama)
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/LocalLLaMA/comments/1n1vkpn/foreverrunning_locallyhosted_coding_agent_aider/

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║ PROMPT ENGINEERING
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▓▓▓ r/PromptDesign ▓▓▓

► Sharing and Showcasing Creative Prompts
Users are sharing prompts they've created, often related to generating images or specific creative content. These posts serve as examples of effective prompt design and inspiration for others, though sometimes lack detailed discussion.
Posts:
• Donuts in space (prompt in comment)
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/PromptDesign/comments/1n1nrrm/donuts_in_space_prompt_in_comment/

► Prompt Engineering Resources and Learning
The community shares resources like TED Talks and product blueprints to help newcomers learn about prompt engineering and its applications. These resources cover aspects like UX, architecture, core algorithms, sample enhanced prompts, evaluation/test scaffolding, security, and MVP roadmaps.
Posts:
• TED Talk AI and Prompt Engineering
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/PromptDesign/comments/1n1vadv/ted_talk_ai_and_prompt_engineering/
• DM me to to get "input prompt" to create more like this.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/PromptDesign/comments/1n1kdyz/dm_me_to_to_get_input_prompt_to_create_more_like/

► Application of Prompt Engineering to Code Generation
The posts explore using prompt engineering for code generation and creating tools that help users easily generate code from prompts. The blueprint includes UX, architecture, core algorithms, sample enhanced prompts, evaluation/test scaffolding, security, and an actionable MVP roadmap.
Posts:
• Coding for dummies 101
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/PromptDesign/comments/1n1xasu/coding_for_dummies_101/
• DM me to to get "input prompt" to create more like this.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/PromptDesign/comments/1n1kdyz/dm_me_to_to_get_input_prompt_to_create_more_like/

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║ ML/RESEARCH
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▓▓▓ r/MachineLearning ▓▓▓

► Challenges in AI Conference Submissions and Review Processes
The AAAI 2026 submission numbers have skyrocketed, particularly from China, raising concerns about review quality and potential manipulation. The sheer volume makes rigorous review difficult, with anecdotal reports of low-quality papers and the possible influence of LLMs in generating submissions.
Posts:
• [N] Unprecedented number of submissions at AAAI 2026
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MachineLearning/comments/1n1wm8n/n_unprecedented_number_of_submissions_at_aaai_2026/

► Benchmarking Alternative LLM Architectures
The post introduces ArchiFactory, a benchmark comparing different non-attention based LLM architectures like RWKV, Mamba, GQA, and RetNet. The discussion focuses on the potential of these architectures to rival the dominant Attention mechanism in LLMs on consumer hardware.
Posts:
• [R] ArchiFactory : Benchmark SLM architecture on consumer hardware, apples to apples
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MachineLearning/comments/1n1k9ty/r_archifactory_benchmark_slm_architecture_on/

► Optimizing LLM Performance on Apple Neural Engine (ANE)
The discussion centers around the challenges of achieving full utilization of the Apple Neural Engine (ANE) when running LLMs on Apple silicon. Users are sharing their experiences and seeking advice on model architectures, quantization techniques, and Core ML configurations to maximize ANE usage.
Posts:
• [D] Anyone successfully running LLMs fully on Apple Neural Engine (ANE)?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MachineLearning/comments/1n1pcj7/d_anyone_successfully_running_llms_fully_on_apple/

► Practical Model Evaluation and the Evolving LLM Landscape
A user shares insights from reviewing 100 models in a month, emphasizing the importance of task-specific evaluation and noting that many models are overhyped. They suggest that model moats are becoming less relevant and that router/gateway technologies will be increasingly important, though opinions varied regarding the performance of open source models compared to commercial options.
Posts:
• [D] I reviewed 100 models over the past 30 days. Here are 5 things I learnt.
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/MachineLearning/comments/1n1p7rb/d_i_reviewed_100_models_over_the_past_30_days/

▓▓▓ r/deeplearning ▓▓▓

► AI-Induced Psychosis and Mental Health Concerns
The discussion revolves around the potential for AI, particularly large language models, to induce psychosis or exacerbate mental health issues in vulnerable individuals. Concerns include users becoming overly reliant on AI-generated content and interpretations, leading to distorted perceptions of reality and the difficulty in distinguishing AI's hallucinated ideas and user's psychotic thoughts. Some experts caution against generalizing about the psychotherapy industry, emphasizing the role of modern psychology and neuroscience in understanding the human mind.
Posts:
• AI Psychosis" as a Scare Tactic to Protect the Psychotherapy Industry
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/deeplearning/comments/1n1jj8f/ai_psychosis_as_a_scare_tactic_to_protect_the/

► AI Research and Industry News
This topic focuses on updates and announcements related to AI research and development, along with the industry trends, such as new product launches, AI safety measures, and potential talent shifts between companies. It provides a snapshot of the current state and future trajectory of AI technology.
Posts:
• AI Daily Rundown Aug 27 2025: 🤖Anthropic launches Claude for Chrome 🗣️Google Translate takes on Duolingo 🛡️OpenAI adds new safeguards after teen suicide lawsuit ⚠️ Anthropic warns hackers are now weaponizing AI 🏃Meta loses two AI researchers back to OpenAI 🍌Google’s 2.5 Flash Image takes AI ...
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/deeplearning/comments/1n1whvj/ai_daily_rundown_aug_27_2025_anthropic_launches/

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║ AGI/FUTURE
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▓▓▓ r/agi ▓▓▓

► Limitations of Current Image-to-Video Models
Current image-to-video models struggle with physical consistency, leading to artifacts like flickering shadows and unrealistic object behavior. The discussion explores whether this is primarily a data scaling issue or a fundamental limitation in AI's understanding of physics, with some suggesting that current development priorities are focused on storytelling and controllability rather than perfect physical simulations.
Posts:
• Image-to-video models often struggle with making objects look physically consistent. Is this a data problem or a more fundamental issue with how the AI understands physics?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n1u7ou/imagetovideo_models_often_struggle_with_making/

► Modular and Self-Evolving AI Architectures
A new modular AI system that is 'self-evolving' demonstrates improved performance on complex tasks like the Tower of Hanoi. These systems leverage the ability to dynamically create or download specialized 'expert' modules, which addresses limitations that more monolithic AI systems face as task complexity increases. The potential for applying such architectures to real-world problems, like medical cures, is also being discussed.
Posts:
• Self-evolving modular AI beats Claude at complex challenges
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n1m6ro/selfevolving_modular_ai_beats_claude_at_complex/

► Alternative AI Architectures Inspired by the Human Brain
Researchers have developed a new AI model inspired by the human brain, demonstrating promising results in reasoning tasks. While the model's outperformance of LLMs like ChatGPT on specialized tasks is noted, some question whether the comparison is valid, suggesting that evaluations on general language tasks would provide a more meaningful assessment of its capabilities.
Posts:
• Scientists just developed a new AI modeled on the human brain — it's outperforming LLMs like ChatGPT at reasoning tasks
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n203ve/scientists_just_developed_a_new_ai_modeled_on_the/

► Pitfalls in AGI Pipeline Design
The development of AGI pipelines faces challenges related to subtle failures in retrieval, agent looping, memory management, and vector space collapse. Developers are sharing practical approaches to diagnosing and addressing these issues through careful pipeline semantics, emphasizing that improving underlying infrastructure alone is often insufficient.
Posts:
• i built a “problem map” for agi pipelines. 16 repeatable failures with minimal fixes, no infra change
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n20hxr/i_built_a_problem_map_for_agi_pipelines_16/

► The Role of AI in Mental Health and Psychotherapy
The discussion centers around the potential for AI to provide mental health support, challenging traditional psychotherapy approaches. Some argue that AI could offer healthier interactions than humans by being less dysfunctional. Others express concerns that relying solely on AI for support could create echo chambers and may be detrimental for individuals with certain mental health conditions, highlighting the value of human therapists in challenging negative beliefs and providing personalized assessment.
Posts:
• "AI Psychosis" as a Scare Tactic to Protect the Psychotherapy Industry
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/agi/comments/1n1jgtv/ai_psychosis_as_a_scare_tactic_to_protect_the/

▓▓▓ r/singularity ▓▓▓

► AI's Current Limitations and the Path to AGI
This topic centers on the debate regarding the remaining cognitive gaps between current AI systems and human-level intelligence, a crucial aspect for achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Discussions emphasize the need for persistent memory, grounded world models, continual learning, and improved common sense reasoning in AI before AGI can truly be realized. The conversation also touches on the performance benchmarks AGI would need to achieve in professional settings.
Posts:
• There is NO point in talking about reaching AGI if you CAN'T answer this question
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n1y4vv/there_is_no_point_in_talking_about_reaching_agi/

► Evaluating the Performance and Use Cases of New AI Models
Discussions revolve around practical experiences with new AI models like xAI's Grok Code Fast 1 and the performance comparisons between Gemini and Imagen models. Initial assessments suggest Grok Code is very fast but prone to errors, limiting its use to low-risk tasks or code scanning, while Gemini's native multimodal capabilities give it an edge over specialized image models by enabling it to better understand and execute complex image generation/editing instructions.
Posts:
• xAI Grok Code Fast 1 is new in OpenRouter!!
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n1uxic/xai_grok_code_fast_1_is_new_in_openrouter/
• From an engineering standpoint: What's the difference between Imagen 4 (specialized Image Model) and Gemini 2.5 Flash Native Image? And why is Flash Native Image so much better?
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n1rs6v/from_an_engineering_standpoint_whats_the/

► AI Safety and Ethical Considerations
This theme highlights concerns surrounding AI safety, specifically the success rate of AI models in revealing passwords or gaining unauthorized access to systems, with even low success rates considered catastrophic. There's a sentiment that safety measures are sometimes perceived as 'nerfing' the models, suggesting a tension between functionality and ethical considerations.
Posts:
• OpenAI and Anthropic Cross-Evaluate the Safety of Their Public Models
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n1skec/openai_and_anthropic_crossevaluate_the_safety_of/

► Advancements in Robotics and Automation
Recent developments in robotics, exemplified by Boston Dynamics' Air Spot performing backflips, spark discussions about the priorities in robotics development. The conversation contrasts impressive feats of agility with the perceived need for robots to tackle more practical tasks like household chores. Also being discussed are the competing views on whether data alone can solve robotics challenges, versus the continued importance of traditional engineering approaches.
Posts:
• Boston Dynamics - Air Spot Backflips
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n1mawe/boston_dynamics_air_spot_backflips/
• "Data will solve robotics and automation: True or false?": A debate
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n20hgl/data_will_solve_robotics_and_automation_true_or/
• "Good old-fashioned engineering can close the 100,000-year “data gap” in robotics"
🔗 https://reddit.com/r/singularity/comments/1n20f3e/good_oldfashioned_engineering_can_close_the/