Why do so many people think that the next bullrun will be about AI?

Just to preface: I am employed as a machine learning specialist at my current job. I also studied data analytics with a focus in artifical intelligence.

I have firsthand experience in actively engaging with AI and machine learning in a professional capacity. In several companies and roles, neither I nor my colleagues or superiors have ever perceived blockchain as a means to enhance these technologies.

I'm genuinely open to understanding how blockchain technology contributes to this field. My impression is that people that don't understand it view it as a bandwagon where they throw around buzzwords without a thorough understanding.

Please, enlighten me.

(i've also seen people saying gaming will be the next focus. that's equally stupid aswell imo)