Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn 896: AI (Probably) Isn’t Taking Your Job (At Least Anytime Soon)
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Jun 13, 2025 Explore the rising concern of AI unemployment as global searches surge. The discussion debunks common myths around AI taking jobs, revealing that it can actually create opportunities in fields like translation. Evidence shows that employment rates, especially in white-collar jobs, remain stable. Instead of fearing AI, the podcast advocates for embracing it as a productivity booster, encouraging workers to adapt and harness AI tools for enhanced performance.
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AI Not Causing Job Loss Yet
- Despite widespread anxiety, data show AI is not currently causing job losses.
- Employment in AI-impacted fields is actually growing, not shrinking.
Translation Jobs Growing Despite Automation
- A University of Oxford paper linked automation to a decline in translator demand.
- However, U.S. data show employment in translation has increased 7% year over year.
Klarna's AI Customer Service Shift
- Klarna claimed to automate customer service with AI.
- Klarna's CEO later confirmed humans remain essential in customer support.