The short version

Alex Kantrowitz predicted on June 23, 2026: “There's something that you cannot replace with a machine, there's something human and connective about it. That will continue to be a very important medium no matter how much AI slop, or AI masterpieces, flood the system.” Verdict: Too early to tell. This prediction is evolving and will take time to fully assess.…

Prediction by

Alex Kantrowitz

On June 23, 2026

“There's something that you cannot replace with a machine, there's something human and connective about it. That will continue to be a very important medium no matter how much AI slop, or AI masterpieces, flood the system.”

Follow-up

This prediction is evolving and will take time to fully assess. While human connection remains vital, the extent to which AI 'slop' or 'masterpieces' will challenge or redefine 'important mediums' is still being determined by June 2026.

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