AI and Wikipedia Threaten Endangered Languages
Source: How AI and Wikipedia have sent vulnerable languages into a doom spiral (2025-09-25)
Artificial intelligence and Wikipedia are contributing to the decline of vulnerable languages, pushing them toward a "doom spiral." These technologies, while powerful, often overlook the importance of preserving linguistic diversity, leading to the erosion of less widely spoken languages. The article highlights concerns about how AI-driven content creation and online information platforms may inadvertently marginalize minority languages. Experts warn that without targeted efforts, these languages risk disappearing entirely as digital resources favor dominant languages.