@McTag,
Times have changed. You're both right and wrong.
Traditionally speaking, you are right; but when talking it in the backgroud of influence, of science and economy of the United States, you've probably overreacted on AmE and might be wrong. Just think over this example: Microsoft, a new word in AmE, is now a great name; but if it failed to influence the science and economy of the world, it may turn out to be a name going to oblivion. Luckily, it is still a good word - one of American contributions for English language.