I’m still an AI cynic. Everyone should continue to push for transparency, fairness, and ethical practices in the development and use of AI. We must also be mindful of the potential social and economic impacts of AI, and work to address all of the popular misconceptions about what it is. From there, we can work to stop its misuse.

For centuries, writer’s block has been the relentless foe of creative minds, tormenting authors, journalists, and poets alike. What writer hasn’t experienced the chilling feeling of staring at a blank page, desperate for inspiration. Yet, lurking in the shadows is a lesser-known but equally debilitating condition: “editor's block.”

The first time I saw ChatGPT simplify some text, my jaw dropped wide open. I asked myself if editing would ever be the same again. I watched as ChatGPT simplified one sentence. Then ChatGPT converted another to plain English. The results were staggering.