We've talked a lot about hyperbole in the news recently – and, unfortunately, it isn't limited to politics.
People seek things that engage and entertain. Consequently, other people's business is to provide things that engage and entertain ... even if those things aren't necessarily accurate or truthful.
For example, I've seen many "silly" artificial intelligence and cybersecurity references on tv shows or the news. These are obviously "hot topics." But, shocking simplifications are used because most people aren't technical enough to understand real examples.
In AI, it's pretty easy to notice because you'll see killer robots or humans losing their jobs and being left with nothing to do.
Cybersecurity is tough for "normies" to get as well. For a laugh, check out this clip from NCIS.
via YouTube
On top of the gibberish, and the unrealistic imagery on what a hacking attempt would look like, do you think two people typing on the same keyboard would be effective? And, reminiscent of a "peek-a-boo" game you play with babies, unplugging the monitor won't stop a hacker (it will only hide the screen from you).
Makes for good TV, though.
Sometimes you just have to turn your brain off.
