The fascinating part is, as these models evolve, they’re beginning to demonstrate capabilities that resemble System 2 thinking — something that used to be unique to non-generative AI such as chess bots or spam filters.

We’re moving from a world of static files to one of dynamic information flows. The world we’re stepping into with AI is one where information is constantly updated, combined, and repurposed in real time. This changes everyone’s relationship with information.

Tools like ComfyUI are early examples of this shift — people can now create intricate AI workflows where information and tasks flow seamlessly from one stage to the next. Once a parameter is changed, the flow adapts downstream.