Royal Observatory Greenwich warns instant AI answers could dull curiosity and critical thinking

The Royal Museums Greenwich has cautioned that the speed of modern AI chatbots may undermine the very habits that drive scientific discovery. Director Paddy Rodgers argues that instant, polished responses can short‑circuit the curiosity, evidence‑weighing and investigative detours essential to learning. The warning comes as industry leaders like Sam Altman promote metered AI services sold like utilities, heightening concerns that reasoning could become a on‑demand commodity rather than a practiced skill. Experts urge users to treat AI as a research aid, not a final verdict. Read more