Those are rookie numbers. We are going to blow past $1t per year in spending in no time. As a developer for 29 years, I couldn't go back to coding by hand. For better or worse, AI will be woven into the fabric of life in no time.
My daughter has a genetic condition (PKU) that is also caused by a single letter change in her DNA and also causes brain damage if she consumes too much protein. Luckily it can be controlled with a strict low-protein diet (<10 grams a day).
This is SO exciting! The fact that there is a chance of a cure has absolutely made my day!
It feels different because you are living through the change. What happened before is something you read about and already know the outcome. Future generations will say the same.
The benefit of AI generated music is that you can make it for yourself. The goal shouldn't be to get other people to listen to it. It's very personal and that should be the end goal.