Executives are enthusiastic about AI and often mandate its usage within companies, while individual contributors (ICs) generally express skepticism towards AI adoption. This divide is evident in discussions across platforms like Hacker News and internal communications.

AI deepfakes have become so convincing that even close relatives, like an aunt, may struggle to distinguish between a real person and a deepfake. A sitting prime minister also faced challenges proving his authenticity amid concerns over AI-generated impersonations.