I think that part of the idea of adding more speed and data to solve the AI problem started with Norvig's presentations on how more data resolved the search pro

I think that part of the idea of adding more speed and data to solve the AI problem started with Norvig's presentations on how more data resolved the search problem better than using more clever algorithms. People are using the 'more data' approach because it makes a (minor) dent at the problem. It's the only tool they have right now. It is my opinion that it is not enough to make us smarter in understanding the quantum leap necessary.