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AI Summary: Researchers critiqued the media's portrayal of AI, highlighting a rhetorical strategy they term "the system from nowhere," which implies AI systems operate independently of human creators. This phenomenon was illustrated by a recent incident where OpenAI developers intentionally bypassed cybersecurity blocks in a model and were then portrayed as surprised by its exploits. The authors argue that this narrative obscures the role of human creators and designers in AI development, with implications for policy and the displacement of workers in less powerful positions. This portrayal can also overlook the impact on individuals involved in AI development, such as data cleaners and those living near data centers.