‘Odyssey’ director Christopher Nolan calls AI an obvious ‘Trojan horse’
TechCrunch AI Anthony Ha July 19, 2026

AI Summary— plain English for professionals
# AI Foresights Summary Filmmaker Christopher Nolan warns that AI companies are using free or cheap AI tools to quietly build dependency on their technology—similar to how the Trojan horse sneaked soldiers into Troy. Once people and businesses become reliant on these AI systems, the companies can change pricing, access, or control in ways that serve their interests rather than users'. Nolan's point is that what looks like a helpful gift now could become a problem later when you're locked in.
"Everybody knows the Greeks are inside."
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