Rapid advancement of AI technology poses potential threat to job stability, according to AI CEO's remarks.
In a recent statement, Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic – one of the world's leading AI labs – expressed concerns about the speed of AI progress and its potential impact on employment. Amodei highlighted that AI technology has already begun replacing jobs, with the first significant impacts on labor market developments expected soon.
Amodei's warning comes amid a labor market that is weakening faster than expected. Last month, the unemployment rate hit a three-year high, and the economy is adding relatively few jobs compared to recent years.
In May, Amodei had warned that AI tools could eliminate half of entry-level, white-collar jobs and boost unemployment to as much as 20% in the next one to five years. However, in his recent statement, he did not specify the potential negative impacts of AI on jobs.
Amodei argued that people are underestimating the capabilities of current AI technology. He believes it is likely enough for AI to have significant impacts on employment. Some critics have suggested that Amodei's warnings serve to elevate his technology's market position.
The use of AI has already been observed replacing jobs in various sectors. For instance, Apple recently found that an AI-powered Siri assistant wasn't up to its quality standards. Similarly, the use of AI chatbots has been linked to mental health spirals in some cases.
In light of these concerns, Amodei suggested that the government may need to support people in adapting to the AI revolution. He proposed taxing AI companies' gains as a potential solution to fund such initiatives.
As the world continues to grapple with the implications of AI, Amodei's warnings serve as a reminder of the need for careful consideration and proactive measures to mitigate potential negative impacts on employment.
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