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A rise in self-service technologies may cause a decline in our sense of community

A rise in self-service technologies may cause a decline in our sense of community

Public-facing automation, like self-service kiosks, reduce the chances we have to interact with other people. (Shutterstock) Automation, once hidden behind closed doors in factories, is increasingly moving into public view. Customers can pay for groceries or clothing at a self-checkout machine, order fast food from a touchscreen kiosk or even pickup coffee from a “ robo-café .”

These technologies, which substitute human contact for robot-based interactions, are examples of self-service technologies — innovative public-facing automation which “ enable customers to perform entire services on their own without direct assistance from employees .”

While self-service technologies have the potential to improve efficiency […]

How 10 AI-impacted jobs are projected to grow

How 10 AI-impacted jobs are projected to grow

Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock How 10 AI-impacted jobs are projected to grow

An employee uses a tablet computer in system control monitoring center.

The rise of artificial intelligence has inspired widespread fears that intelligent machines might displace human work. A 2021 report from the National Bureau of Economic Research found automation was responsible for 50-70% of the decline in U.S. wages since 1980.A 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics report identified 10 occupations facing a high risk of automation —yet BLS data additionally shows approximately 447,000 new jobs will be created by 2032 in those same 10 occupations. Revelo used BLS data […]

How 10 AI-impacted jobs are projected to grow

How 10 AI-impacted jobs are projected to grow

Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock The rise of artificial intelligence has inspired widespread fears that intelligent machines might displace human work. A 2021 report from the National Bureau of Economic Research found automation was responsible for 50-70% of the decline in U.S. wages since 1980.

A 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics report identified 10 occupations facing a high risk of automation —yet BLS data additionally shows approximately 447,000 new jobs will be created by 2032 in those same 10 occupations.

Revelo used BLS data to identify projected growth in each of these 10 occupations, compiling the updated employment projections for those jobs.Occupations […]

24/7: Work between meaning and imbalance

24/7: Work between meaning and imbalance

Nojus Drąsutis, The Pool Cleaners, Vilnius (still), 2017. From Labor in a Single Shot by Antje Ehmann and Harun Farocki, 2011. 24/7: Work between meaning and imbalance
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Kunsthaus Graz Lendkai 1 8020 Graz AustriaT +43 316 80179200 info@kunsthausgraz.at www.kunsthausgraz.at Opening: Tuesday, April 30th, 7 pmThe world of work has undergone profound transformation in modern society. In the age of 24/7 access on offer, traditional working hours have long ceased to be the norm. The way “flexibility” is understood has changed, even reversed. It is […]

Balancing Efficiency and Employment: Navigating the Impact of Technology on the Workforce

Balancing Efficiency and Employment: Navigating the Impact of Technology on the Workforce

Balancing Efficiency and Employment: Navigating the Impact of Technology on the Workforce

Daniel CF Ng

· Follow 3 min read·7 hours ago The relentless march of technology, driven by the pursuit of efficiency and productivity, has long been hailed as a catalyst for economic growth and innovation. However, this progress often comes at a cost, particularly in the realm of employment. As machines become increasingly capable of performing tasks once reserved for humans, the specter of job displacement looms large. This report delves into the complex dilemma posed by the tension between technological advancement and employment, exploring the […]

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Title: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Employment: Balancing Automation and Human Dignity Introduction: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the workplace has brought about unprecedented levels of automation, efficiency, and productivity. However, the ethical implications of AI in employment raise complex questions about job displacement, economic inequality, and the dignity of workers. In this essay, we explore the ethical considerations surrounding AI in employment, examining the challenges and opportunities for ensuring that automation is aligned with principles of human dignity, fairness, and social justice. Job Displacement and Economic Impact: One of the primary ethical concerns associated […]

“Backward Communities unite and Resist BJP and it’s Crony Corporates”

“Backward Communities unite and Resist BJP and it’s Crony Corporates”

“Backward Communities unite and Resist BJP and it’s Crony Corporates” 1 The BJP governments’ aggressive push for privatisation, corporatisation, automation etc – what they call ‘economic reforms’ – is rapidly undoing the meagre gains made by backward communities in recent decades. The electoral bonds scam has clearly revealed, these policies are shaped for the benefit of corporations, the overwhelming majority of them run by savarnas.

Important research findings all Indian citizens must pay heed to:

Corporate India is a savarna club: A study by Swadeshi Andolan revealed that not a single SC or ST person is present on […]

Artificial Intelligence: Is it a Looming Threat to Employment Generation?

Artificial Intelligence: Is it a Looming Threat to Employment Generation?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has sparked both awe and apprehension. While hailed for its potential to revolutionize industries and streamline processes, there’s a growing concern that AI could pose a significant threat to employment generation. This sentiment has ignited a fervent debate among experts and policymaker’s worldwide. Proponents of AI argue that it has the capacity to enhance productivity, efficiency, and innovation across various sectors. From automated manufacturing processes to intelligent customer service systems, AI applications promise to streamline operations and unlock new avenues for growth. Advocates often highlight the […]

Is AI threatening employment stability? Here’s what economist says

Is AI threatening employment stability? Here’s what economist says

Illustration of construction workers. (Photo: Public Communication Bureau PUPR Ministry) UNAIR NEWS – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has identified the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as it has the potential to exacerbate inequality and lead to a loss of 40 percent of jobs. These jobs are predicted to be replaced by AI. What are the threats of AI to employment stability in Indonesia?

Economics expert Prof. Dr. Sri Herianingrum SE MSc from Universitas Airlangga pointed out that these threats will target low-skilled jobs. All such jobs can be replaced by technology automation, such as robots.

“Low-skilled jobs that can […]

Sharing the benefits of technological progress

Sharing the benefits of technological progress

High-tech-city-skyline-hologram.-3D-rendering. Image: iStock / Jarmo Piironen This is the first of three articles discussing how the benefits of technological progress are shared, and thus determine the distribution of income and influence our economic and social structures. This first article focuses on how these benefits have been shared historically.

Throughout history the growth in living standards has come from increasing productivity and over thousands of years almost all that productivity growth has been driven by technological progress. Furthermore, the standard model used by economists who study economic growth typically assumes that this increase in productivity is more or less equally […]