# Ep.211: Measuring the Momentum of the Artificial Intelligence Boom

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Podcast: [The Power AI Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-power-ai-podcast-7037522)
Published: 2026-04-27T08:32:11+00:00
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## Resource

The sources for this deep dive center on an analysis of the artificial intelligence boom, primarily highlighting a new metric that tracks the rapid acceleration of AI capabilities. This measurement, based on the length of time it takes a human to complete tasks that AI can now perform reliably, shows that progress is doubling every few months. While some experts suggest this trend could soon lead to the automation of AI development itself, public reaction on platforms like Reddit remains skeptical and divided. Commenters question the practical utility of these metrics, citing concerns over high computational costs, the continued need for human oversight, and the potential for industry hype to overshadow real-world limitations. Ultimately, the text juxtaposes ambitious corporate projections of an intelligence explosion against a critical public discourse regarding the technology's true economic and social impact.

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