A recent article by Aaron French, Assistant Professor of Information Systems at Kennesaw State University, addresses the question of whether generative AI tools like ChatGPT are making us "stupid," drawing a parallel to the 2008 debate on whether Google was having a similar effect.

• The core concern is that ChatGPT, unlike search engines, can outsource thinking and creativity, not just memory.
• Aaron French, with over two decades of experience working with AI, highlights the potential for AI reliance to weaken critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and intellectual curiosity.
• The article references the Dunning-Kruger effect, suggesting that some users might mistakenly believe they understand topics by repeating AI-generated content, inflating their perceived intelligence.