# In 1983, Bill Gates turned away from AI hype and championed “softer software” that adapted to users' needs

> In 2026, artificial intelligence is everywhere -it writes code, creates images, generates audio and video, analyzes contracts and runs customer support desks.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-next-big-lemming-like-rush-will-be-to-artificial-intelligence-while-1985-was-hailed-as-the-year-of-ai-bill-gates-ignored-the-hype-to-focus-on-softer-software?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6991693662cec6b0844438e4)
- **Published:** 2026-02-15
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #ai #adapted #away #bill #championed #gates #hype #softer
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