The Economic Times

London professional thought learning AI would help his career but the plan backfired: What is 'AI brain fry' and how to stay safe from it

A London-based lawyer who started to learn AI to future-proof his career found himself exhausted by the constant release of new models and the pressure to keep up with them. His experience highlights AI brain fry, a form of mental fatigue linked to intensive AI use, monitoring multiple tools and checking their output. Research suggests the strain can affect concentration, decision-making and work accuracy.