When AI can't even get simple things straight

[moniss]

it should be a clear indicator that the rush for data centers should come to a grinding halt. This afternoon I casually inquired of Google, using my voice, whether the Post Office is open tomorrow July 3rd. Many of the Federal Agencies are recognizing the July 4th holiday on Friday the 3rd. Although the PO is a different animal I thought they might follow the Federal Agencies.

Google thought a moment and then came back on screen and showed in print that yes the Post Office is open for regular business on July 3rd, 2026. But almost simultaneously the AI voice came on and said "No the Post Office is not open on July 3rd, 2026 since they are recognizing the July 4th holiday on July 3rd. They will resume normal service and delivery on Monday July 6th, 2026."

So I stopped at my Post Office a short time ago and asked the clerk if they were open Friday July 3rd or if they were off that day. The clerk said it's business as usual tomorrow and they are closed on Saturday July 4th.

Amazingly there are people who want to let this garbage system do medical diagnosis and prescribe treatment. I think the f*cking Ouija Board or a trip to the local lady of mystery passing her hands over the crystal ball would do at least as well.