To Google, when used as a verb, has become a routine part of everyday conversation, much like the regular human verbs we all use such as sleeping, studying, or working. When someone tells you “to Google” something, it can often feel like they are suggesting you consult Google as if it were a person. There were, however, debates, over whether Google’s ranking system is biased, making some content harder to find than others. Despite its claims of democratizing knowledge, some researchers argue that the search engine is not always impartial and can reflect biases, including racism and sexism, similar to the biases of its designers. Over twenty years later, AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini have evolved into more than just tools—they have become cultural phenomena. The way we use AI and how it distributes information significantly affects not only people’s access to essential knowledge, but also their perspectives on the world and major global events. The war on Gaza, initiated by Israel in October 2023, illustrates how AI has been used not only to spread misinformation, but also to shape the language in ways that avoid directly condemning Israel’s…
