Pedro Oliveira, dean of the Nova School of Business and Economics, called proposals to ban artificial intelligence in universities “completely unrealistic” in response to a manifesto by some academics who warned that generative AI risks creating “digital cretins.” Oliveira argued prohibition is impractical and unworkable, and urged universities to adapt by developing clear policies, updating assessment methods, training staff and students in AI literacy, and focusing on ethical and pedagogical frameworks that mitigate risks while leveraging AI's educational potential. The exchange reflects a broader academic debate about academic integrity, regulation and how higher education should balance technological innovation with quality and values.