Key facts
- Boots Riley criticized Martin Scorsese's involvement with AI company Black Forest Labs.
- Riley speculated Scorsese joined for financial reasons.
- Riley believes Scorsese thinks AI will fail.
Boots Riley has publicly criticized filmmaker Martin Scorsese's recent announcement of his involvement with the AI company Black Forest Labs. Riley speculated that Scorsese's decision to join the firm as an advisor was primarily motivated by financial considerations, suggesting it was a way to provide for his family. Furthermore, Riley expressed his belief that Scorsese is unconcerned about the long-term implications of AI, as he anticipates that the technology will ultimately 'fall on its face.'