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A significant gathering of over 200 trade union members and technologists in Sacramento highlighted the growing concerns about AI's impact on jobs. The conference, titled Making Tech Work for Workers, focused on strategies to negotiate the deployment of AI in various industries. Workers from diverse sectors expressed their determination to fight for their rights amid the rapid advancement of technology.
Union representatives emphasized the need for collective bargaining to ensure that AI is used responsibly in the workplace. They shared personal stories of how AI and surveillance technologies have negatively affected their health and job security. The discussions underscored a broader movement among workers to reclaim control over technology that threatens their livelihoods.
• Workers demand control over AI deployment in workplaces during contract negotiations.
• AI poses risks of job loss and exploitation, prompting union mobilization.
AI refers to technologies that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, impacting job roles.
Automation involves using technology to perform tasks without human intervention, raising concerns about job displacement.
Surveillance technology tracks employee performance and behavior, often leading to negative health impacts.
Amazon utilizes AI and surveillance technologies in its operations, affecting worker conditions and job security.
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