The Economic Survey 2024-25 emphasizes the dual nature of AI advancements, presenting both opportunities and challenges for global labor markets. It stresses the need for robust institutions to mitigate the potential job losses in India due to AI. Historical technological revolutions serve as a reminder of the importance of managing disruption to ensure equitable outcomes.
Concerns are particularly pronounced in India, where a significant portion of the workforce fears job automation. A survey indicates that 68% of white-collar workers anticipate their roles may be affected by AI within five years. The Survey calls for coordinated efforts to address these challenges, highlighting the necessity of investing in education and workforce skilling.
• AI poses significant job automation risks in India's services-led economy.
• Salesforce halts engineer hiring due to AI-driven productivity gains.
Artificial Intelligence refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines, impacting job markets.
Job Automation involves using AI to perform tasks traditionally done by humans, raising employment concerns.
Workforce Skilling focuses on equipping workers with necessary skills to adapt to AI advancements.
Salesforce is a leading software company that has paused hiring engineers due to AI efficiencies.
OpenAI is a prominent AI research organization, noted for its potential impact on future job markets.
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