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Social Media Warning Labels, LA Kids Go Offline, and the Rise of Slop AI
Offline with Jon Favreau
Exploring the Impact of AI on Labor and Historical Parallels with Automation
Labor costs are currently high, prompting middle managers to seek ways to cut costs. Despite concerns about AI's impact on labor, there is no prediction of a complete wiping out of entire job sectors. Historical examples, like the Luddites' rebellion in 1811 against automation, show that early automation aimed to de-skill workers, leading to child labor and lower product quality. This historical parallel is used to caution against the potential de-skilling and exploitation of workers by AI, particularly in creative fields, as AI systems are unlikely to surpass humans in tasks like writing text, creating images, or coding.
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