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Q&A with Bethany Hartley on conclusion of 5-year LIFT Network grant cycle

Q&A with Bethany Hartley on conclusion of 5-year LIFT Network grant cycle

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This audio file is brought to you byLoading audio file, please wait. Bethany Hartley (photo provided) SOUTH BEND, Ind. – From Lippert Components in Elkhart to ITAMCO in Argos to Lock Joint Tube in South Bend, companies, employees and their bottom line have benefitted from different programs offered through the LIFT Network and iNDustry Labs.Launched with a $42.4 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., the Labs for Industry Futures and Transformation (LIFT) Network, […]

New Brookings Research: The Last Mile Problem in AI

New Brookings Research: The Last Mile Problem in AI

A new paper from Brookings’ Center on Regulation and Markets that studies the costs and benefits of implementing artificial intelligence systems, and to what extend costly customization is needed to make AI investments worthwhile.

MIT FutureTech Research Scientist Martin Fleming, MIT Postdoctoral Associate Wensu Li, and MIT FutureTech Director Neil C. Thompson focus on how an enormous amount of customization will be needed for AI to move from a few generalist systems to the myriad of specialized systems needed for use throughout the economy. Whether such customization can be justified depends on the performance needs of companies deploying AI systems, […]

Impact of artificial intelligence on the job market.

Impact of artificial intelligence on the job market.

Impact of artificial intelligence on the job market.

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· Follow 4 min read·5 hours ago Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, economies, and societies. The advancement of AI technologies has the potential to revolutionize the job market, influencing the nature of work, job roles, and employment opportunities. While AI brings numerous benefits such as increased efficiency and productivity, it also raises concerns about job displacement, skill redundancy, and the growing demand for specialized skills. Understanding AI’s impact on the job market is critical, particularly in the context of policy-making, governance, and workforce development. Historical […]

Are Human Jobs Under Threat by AI? A Look at the Future of Work

Are Human Jobs Under Threat by AI? A Look at the Future of Work

The rapid advancement of * artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of human employment, with some professions at higher risk of replacement than others.

* The term Artificial Intelligence or AI refers to software technologies that enable machines, such as computers or robots, to simulate human thinking and behavior. In other words, it makes smart machines think and behave like human beings.

As AI technology continues to evolve, it raises important questions about which jobs are most vulnerable and how society can adapt to these changes.Recent studies and reports from various organizations have shed light on AI’s potential impact on […]

The last 3 years of traditional work are ahead of us: in 3 years, artificial intelligence will be doing practically everything

The last 3 years of traditional work are ahead of us: in 3 years, artificial intelligence will be doing practically everything

umetna inteligenca Artificial intelligence (AI) is gradually taking over tasks that we once thought only humans could do. What does this mean for the future of work? Will AI liberate us or rob us of our meaning? And how can we prepare for a world where work may no longer be a central part of our lives?

Remember the feeling when you first learned about self-driving cars. Exciting, isn’t it? But the question soon arose: what about all the truck and taxi drivers? A similar fate now befalls many professions that have hitherto been safe from automation. Thanks to artificial […]

Labour Ministers agree G7 AI plan, but ignore cost-of-living and climate crises

Labour Ministers agree G7 AI plan, but ignore cost-of-living and climate crises

As requested by G7 Leaders, Labour Ministers from G7 countries agreed a ‘G7 Action Plan for a human-centred adoption of safe, secure and trustworthy AI in the World of Work’.

The Plan includes positive commitments to: Promote the active involvement and consultation of workers and workers’ organisations in the adoption of AI systems in the workplace.

Promote social dialogue and collective bargaining at all levels, including on the development, deployment and monitoring of AI. Address potential risks of undermining social dialogue, collective bargaining and other fundamental principles and rights at work, including freedom of association, non-discrimination in the world of […]

Automation and Job Markets

Automation and Job Markets

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Definition Automation refers to the use of technology to perform tasks that would typically require human labor, often resulting in increased efficiency and reduced operational costs. The connection between automation and job markets is significant, as advancements in technology can lead to the displacement of certain jobs while simultaneously creating new opportunities in emerging fields. This dual impact shapes the landscape of employment and can influence economic systems globally.congrats on reading the definition of Automation and Job Markets. now let’s actually learn it. 5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test> The rise of […]

Is it time for India to introduce a Universal Basic Income? Premium

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The idea of a universal basic income has gained traction since the International Labour Organization’s most recent World Employment and Social Outlook links the decrease in jobs growth and the increase in inequality to a surge in automation and the use of artificial intelligence. The idea of a universal basic income has gained traction since the International Labour Organization’s most recent World Employment and Social Outlook links the decrease in jobs growth and the increase in inequality to a surge in automation and the use of artificial intelligence. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto

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The Future of Work in Central America and the Dominican Republic

The Future of Work in Central America and the Dominican Republic

Panama’s Metro workers with their computers. Photo: Javier Conte for The World Bank DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT

Technological progress has the potential to cause significant disruption in labor markets, but also to create new job opportunities for people in Central America and the Dominican Republic . Advances in agricultural and industrial machinery, computers, and now artificial intelligence (AI) have enabled machines to undertake many tasks previously done by humans, which puts jobs at risk.

Far from being a purely destructive force, technological progress and automation can generate employment . In competitive environments, automation can create jobs as price […]

Automating rural manufacturing: The role of AI in enhancing efficiency and quality

Automating rural manufacturing: The role of AI in enhancing efficiency and quality

By Salloni Ghodawat, Director, Ghodawat Consumer Ltd

India, a predominantly agrarian country, has seen a drastic transition in its economic structure in the past several decades. By contributing 17 per cent to the nation’s GDP, the manufacturing industry is emerging as an integral part of India’s economic growth, as reported by India Brand Equity Foundation. While urban cities have always been the core pillars of this growing manufacturing landscape, there has been a shift in focus where the nation is initiating industrial practices in rural areas. Government policies, technological advancements and initiatives to empower rural areas also play an […]