Reddit co-founder says tech industry has been 'tone deaf' in explaining AI: 'Misinformation flying around'

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Alexis Ohanian said AI risks are more mundane than the "Terminator and Skynet" scenarios some fear.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:57:47 UTC.

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