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The introduction of artificial intelligence has changed the world forever. AI has its benefits in the workplace, like increasing speed, and efficiency, reducing human error, aiding in decision making, and taking on repetitive tasks. But one of the major downsides is the massive loss of employment for real human beings. One report found that AI could replace the equivalent of 300 million full-time jobs.
One television news production worker shared how they were recently told their entire crew would be replaced with robots. The only person that was saved was the manager. “That’s 20 jobs lost and 0 gained for our station,” wrote the employee. The post has sparked massive debate around the impact that artificial intelligence is having on people’s livelihoods.
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The “AI Apocalypse” has left many workers anxious about losing their jobs
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The nightmare became a reality for one man recently, when he was told that his “entire profession is being automated away”
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75% of companies surveyed said they’d be adopting AI, leading to a substantial loss of jobs
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The World Economic Forum surveyed 803 companies, collectively employing more than 11.3 million workers, in putting together The Future Of Jobs Report 2023. “Organizations today estimate that 34% of all business-related tasks are performed by machines, with the remaining 66% performed by humans,” reads the report.
But that’s set to change over the next few years. More than three-quarters of the companies surveyed said they’re looking to adopt big data, cloud computing, and AI within the next five years. In advanced countries, about 60% of jobs will be impacted—but not necessarily in a negative way.
The International Monetary Fund says that around half of companies believe AI will complement current jobs and increase productivity. “For the other half, AI applications may execute key tasks currently performed by humans, which could lower labor demand, leading to lower wages and reduced hiring,” notes the IMF. “In the most extreme cases, some of these jobs may disappear.”
Those working in administrative roles, traditional security, factory, and commerce are set to be the hardest hit. According to the World Economic Forum, “Surveyed organizations predict 26 million fewer jobs by 2027 in Record-Keeping and Administrative roles, including Cashiers and Ticket Clerks; Data Entry, Accounting, Bookkeeping and Payroll Clerks; and Administrative and Executive Secretaries, driven mainly by digitalization and automation.”
“How can I safeguard my job from artificial intelligence?”: ChatGPT answers
Bored Panda wanted to know the best way to avoid losing a job to a robot. And who better to ask than the bot itself? “How can I safeguard my job from artificial intelligence?” we typed, instructing ChatGPT to keep the answer concise, and under 200 words. Here’s what it said:
“To safeguard your job from AI, focus on developing uniquely human skills like creativity, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence—areas where AI struggles. Stay tech-savvy by learning AI tools and integrating them into your role to boost productivity. Continuously upskill in fields resistant to automation, such as project management, cybersecurity, or healthcare.
Emphasize roles that require empathy, leadership, or innovation, and redesign your job to complement AI rather than compete with it. Adaptability is key—stay informed, build your network, and embrace AI as a tool for growth. With these strategies, you can thrive in an AI-driven workforce.”
The employee later explained what AI would be doing at their TV news station
“We’re all just waiting for this to happen to us too”: people shared their thoughts on AI in the comments
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pep Ito 1 month ago (edited)
Nothing new that has not happened before in the history of mankind. Have you heard of computers? In the past, the word computer referred to a person whose job was to perform mathematical operations.they were replaced by electrónic computers They used to take up entire rooms full of accountants in companies. they were replaced by accounting applications. There used to be rooms full of draftsmen, now there are only a few engineers/architects with CAD/CAM programs, and so we could go on backwards in history.
Pferdchen 1 month ago
Indeed. Throughout the history of civilization, it seems that 90% of the population were peasants slaving away to enrich the other 10%. These quaint notions of freedom, equality and a middle class were an aberration. Not that it's any consolation, but another commonality is that civilizations and empires come and go like the tide and eventually collapse. This is normally preceded by a wide number of stressors and, in this tide, AI is just one of them. This is just another natural cycle of history. The only major difference this time is the question as to how inhabitable (or uninhabitable) we leave the planet.
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pebs 1 month ago
And this is just the beginning. The profit of a few will be the ruin of many. Sooner or later there will be great riots.
frederick clause 1 month ago
The short sighted part of this is that the profit of the few depends on the many being able to consume. When enough jobs disappear there will not be enough consumers left for the few to acquire their profits.
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bxbomber2407 1 month ago
Sht happens! You either adapt with the times, or get left behind! I don’t think AI is taking over humanity. But, I do believe, it will take over industries! But, that happens every time we hit a new era in time. Look at back when we had telephone operators. They became obsolete, because everyone got cellphones. Same sht, different time.
pep Ito 1 month ago (edited)
Nothing new that has not happened before in the history of mankind. Have you heard of computers? In the past, the word computer referred to a person whose job was to perform mathematical operations.they were replaced by electrónic computers They used to take up entire rooms full of accountants in companies. they were replaced by accounting applications. There used to be rooms full of draftsmen, now there are only a few engineers/architects with CAD/CAM programs, and so we could go on backwards in history.
Pferdchen 1 month ago
Indeed. Throughout the history of civilization, it seems that 90% of the population were peasants slaving away to enrich the other 10%. These quaint notions of freedom, equality and a middle class were an aberration. Not that it's any consolation, but another commonality is that civilizations and empires come and go like the tide and eventually collapse. This is normally preceded by a wide number of stressors and, in this tide, AI is just one of them. This is just another natural cycle of history. The only major difference this time is the question as to how inhabitable (or uninhabitable) we leave the planet.
Load More Replies... pebs 1 month ago
And this is just the beginning. The profit of a few will be the ruin of many. Sooner or later there will be great riots.
frederick clause 1 month ago
The short sighted part of this is that the profit of the few depends on the many being able to consume. When enough jobs disappear there will not be enough consumers left for the few to acquire their profits.
Load More Replies... bxbomber2407 1 month ago
Sht happens! You either adapt with the times, or get left behind! I don’t think AI is taking over humanity. But, I do believe, it will take over industries! But, that happens every time we hit a new era in time. Look at back when we had telephone operators. They became obsolete, because everyone got cellphones. Same sht, different time.
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