‘Very small and a bit flat?' Generative AI as miracle and magic trick
Published online on July 29, 2026
Abstract
Anthropological Theory, Ahead of Print.
This article addresses the question of the ‘magic of AI’ from two interrelated perspectives: first, as a form of belief in the seemingly magical or miraculous ability of AI to replicate human-like knowledge, intelligence and creativity; and second, as a ...
This article addresses the question of the ‘magic of AI’ from two interrelated perspectives: first, as a form of belief in the seemingly magical or miraculous ability of AI to replicate human-like knowledge, intelligence and creativity; and second, as a ...