The thin line between assistance, dependence on AI is the price we pay for convenience

    Dr. Duro Oni | Opinion | Aug 21, 2025    
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has positioned itself so seamlessly into everyday life that many hardly notice its presence. From drafting emails to suggesting the fastest route home, AI has become an invisible partner, celebrated for saving time and enhancing productivity. Yet, behind this convenience lies a critical question: when does assistance slip into dependence?

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