Professors Sir Christopher Pissarides and Charlie Beckett, along with Dr. Giulia Gentile, discuss the potential effects of AI on professions like journalism and the labor market. They explore the use of AI in teaching, healthcare, and legal fields, raising the question of AI replacing human judges. The speakers also touch upon the need for regulations in the fast-developing field of AI and express concerns about job displacement and worsening income distribution. They emphasize the importance of digital training, adaptability, and embracing AI technology for a future of innovation.
AI's implementation varies across professions, with manufacturing jobs being at higher risk of automation, while jobs requiring personal contact and creativity are expected to remain with human workers.
AI judges in the legal field could address biases in human decision-making, but concerns about access to justice and interpretation of laws arise with the introduction of AI in the courtroom.
Deep dives
AI and the Impact on Jobs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is often compared to past industrial revolutions and poses concerns about job obsolescence. However, experts believe that while certain jobs may be automated, new service-based roles and skills will be created. Manufacturing jobs are at higher risk of automation, while jobs requiring personal contact and creativity are expected to remain with human workers. AI's implementation varies across professions, such as legal fields, where AI is replacing repetitive tasks traditionally performed by junior lawyers. AI is also being used in journalism to improve efficiency and personalize content. It is predicted that AI will not lead to automatic equality in society, as inequality may worsen if certain jobs are replaced. To adapt, individuals should focus on developing skills in data processing, communication, and problem-solving.
AI in the Legal Field
AI is already being used in the legal profession to automate tasks like contract drafting and routine legal processes. More complex judgments in courtrooms may involve AI judges in specific cases, but complete replacement of human judges remains speculative. AI judges could help address biases inherent in human decision-making but are also susceptible to bias since they rely on biased data. The introduction of AI in the legal field raises concerns about access to justice and the interpretation of laws. Existing regulations to assess the independence and impartiality of judges should apply to AI systems used in the courtroom.
AI in Journalism and Future Job Market
AI is seen as a solution to resource constraints and increasing content demands in journalism. It helps analyze data, personalize content, and assist in generating stories. While some jobs may be replaced by AI, new roles in data and algorithm editing are likely to emerge. Journalists who embrace curiosity and investigation are expected to survive in the changing landscape. However, ethical concerns and regulations surrounding AI implementation are necessary to address potential biases and public safety. Governments and businesses have a vital role in shaping the job market and ensuring AI serves human interests.
Contributor(s): Professor Sir Christopher Pissarides, Professor Charlie Beckett, Dr Giulia Gentile | We’ll hear about the introduction of Artificial Intelligence in the courtroom, and what might happen if robots take over the roles of judges. Experts will explore how journalism and other professional fields could be affected by the AI revolution. They will discuss what individuals can do to prepare, and the role of governments and businesses in addressing practical and ethical concerns about the technology.
Maayan Arad talks to: Professor Sir Christopher Pissarides, LSE professor of economics and Nobel Prize winner; Professor Charlie Beckett, LSE media professor and director of Polis, LSE’s journalism think-tank; and Dr Giulia Gentile, Lecturer in Law at the University of Essex Law School and former a Fellow at LSE Law School.
Contributors
Professor Sir Christopher Pissarides
Professor Charlie Beckett
Dr Giulia Gentile
Chat GPT
Research
LawGPT? How AI is Reshaping the Legal Profession by Giulia Gentile
The digitisation of justice risks blurring the lines between public and private actors by Giulia Gentile
AI in the courtroom and judicial independence: An EU perspective by Giulia Gentile
Forthcoming report by JournalismAI – a project of Polis, the LSE’s journalism think-thank.
The Pissarides Review into the Future of Work and Wellbeing
The Institute for the Future of Work
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