# Linus Torvalds Critiques AI Industry as '90% Marketing' and Only '10% Reality'! 🤖

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**Created:** [October 30, 2024, 2:30pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/linus-torvalds-critiques-ai-industry-as-90-marketing-and-only-10-reality/294750 "2024-10-30T14:30:47Z")\
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**Summary:**

1. **Critical Assessment**  
Linux creator **Linus Torvalds** has criticized the **AI industry** , describing it as “ **90% marketing and 10% reality** ,” despite acknowledging its potential for transformation.

2. **Call for Patience**  
In an interview with **TFiR** , Torvalds expressed his intention to “basically ignore” AI until the hype diminishes, predicting that substantial applications will emerge in the next **five years**.

3. **Current Use Cases**  
He highlighted **ChatGPT** and graphic design as notable examples of AI’s practical applications in today’s landscape.

4. **Concerns Over Hype**  
Torvalds’ remarks echo warnings from **Baidu’s CEO** , who recently cautioned about an impending AI bubble burst, suggesting that only **1% of companies** will endure the aftermath.

5. **Optimism Amidst Critique**  
While skeptical of the current hype cycle, Torvalds maintains that AI is an intriguing field that will ultimately have a significant impact on the world.

**Read more at:** [Tom’s Hardware](https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/linus-torvalds-reckons-ai-is-90-percent-marketing-and-10-percent-reality)