AI expert Jan Romportl warns that social media platforms have transformed individuals from customers into commodities. He discusses the unprecedented challenges posed by unchecked artificial intelligence development, specifically its impact on mental health and the safety of children. Romportl analyzes a recent security breach at OpenAI, highlighting concerns about autonomous agents operating without control. The discussion, featured in the podcast “Za horizont,” also explores the potential displacement of jobs due to cognitive automation and whether uniquely human skills will remain valuable. Journalist Jakub Szántó from ČT24’s foreign desk leads the inquiry into these rapidly evolving technological and societal shifts. The interview delves into the broader implications of algorithms and their effect on modern society.