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Maria Savona Dpt. Economics and Finance, Luiss, IT

Maria Savona Dpt. Economics and Finance, Luiss, IT

PILLARS – Pathways to Inclusive Labour Markets

The impact of emerging digital automation technologies on employment

SPRU, University of Sussex, UKPartly based on work by: Tommaso Ciarli, UNU-MERIT, United Nations University & SPRU, University of Sussex Sugat Chaturvedi, Deyu Li, Önder Nomaler, Fabien Petit, Ekaterina Prytkova, University of Sussex SPRU – SCIENCE POLICY RESEARCH UNITTimeline of major digital innovations over the past 30 years (Jaccoud et al, 2023) SPRU – SCIENCE POLICY RESEARCH UNIT3 Emerging technologies Exposure Adoption What we do (I) Employment impacts SPRU – SCIENCE POLICY RESEARCH UNITTwo Key Outputs today• Emerging Digital Technologies (EDT) are not “AI” […]

How Automation and AI Will Transform Employment

How Automation and AI Will Transform Employment

The rapid advancement of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies is poised to significantly transform the employment landscape. As machines and algorithms become increasingly capable of performing tasks traditionally done by humans, both the nature of work and the composition of the workforce are expected to undergo profound changes. While these technologies promise numerous benefits, including increased efficiency and productivity, they also raise concerns about job displacement, skill gaps, and the future of work. This article explores how automation and AI will transform employment, examining the potential impacts on various industries, the evolving skills required for the workforce, and […]

China’s Tech Leap & Its Unforeseen Future: A Peek into the Future of Tech

China's Tech Leap & Its Unforeseen Future: A Peek into the Future of Tech

China’s Tech Leap Future Glimpse Opening of a 24/7 robot factory in China raises several important issues and is a remarkable development. This innovative factory runs entirely on its own, using advanced robots and artificial intelligence to oversee production operations without the need for human participation. This signals a turning point in the manufacturing industry. The topic that needs to be addressed is how humanity will fare if robots handle everything in the future.

Effects on Human Race and Employment

The development of fully automated, 24/7 robot factories will immensely impact employment and the human race. Loss of employment […]

How Robotics is Enhancing Custom Apparel Production

How Robotics is Enhancing Custom Apparel Production

The fashion business is changing at a high speed, and technology has a significant role to play in this context. The most exciting development is the application of robotics in custom-made wear manufacturing.

Such a revolution not only improves the methods and accuracy in the industry but also brings out opportunities for innovations and environmentally friendly solutions.

The t-shirt printing industry has undergone drastic changes through the implementation of robotic technologies and has set higher and more professional standards in printing. The Integration of Robotics in Apparel Production Automated sewing in creating custom garments is not a concept for the future; […]

Concerns Arise Over Job Market as Xiaomi Unveils AI-Powered ‘Dark Factory’ with ability to operate 24/7 without human workers

Concerns Arise Over Job Market as Xiaomi Unveils AI-Powered ‘Dark Factory’ with ability to operate 24/7 without human workers

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has announced the imminent operation of a new generation factory in Changping, Beijing, designed to produce smartphones with minimal human intervention.

The facility, described as a “dark factory,” is set to revolutionize manufacturing with its ability to operate 24/7 without any human workers.

This highly automated plant will use advanced robotics and AI to manage the entire production process. The factory’s machines are not only capable of continuous operation but can also collaborate, ensuring seamless and efficient production. It boasts an impressive capability to produce one smartphone every second, theoretically reaching an annual production capacity of 31.5 […]

What Past Waves of Automation Can Teach Us About AI

What Past Waves of Automation Can Teach Us About AI

Policymakers and the public are grappling with the rise of artificial intelligence and its potential impacts on workers. Some fear massive job losses from automation while others argue these concerns are overblown, instead highlighting the potential for new job creation. Debates and anxiety around automation and jobs are not new and have occurred throughout history . In an essay from 1930, famed economist John Maynard Keynes stated, “We are being afflicted with a new disease of which some readers may not yet have heard the name, but of which they will hear a great deal in the years to […]

Cities With the Most Workers at Risk of AI Job Displacement

Cities With the Most Workers at Risk of AI Job Displacement

Photo Credit: Siro46 / Shutterstock Technological advances have long transformed the way people work, but the current pace of change appears unprecedented. From the advent of personal computers in the 1970s to the introduction of the World Wide Web in the 1990s, followed by the emergence of smartphones, social media, and cloud computing in the 2000s, recent decades have seen significant shifts in how we work. And now, in the 2020s, the latest transformational force appears to be artificial intelligence (AI).

The field of AI research dates to the 1950s but has blossomed in recent years. Machine learning algorithms are […]

The Manufacturing Sector Must Work With Technology in New Ways

The Manufacturing Sector Must Work With Technology in New Ways

iStock.com/LeonidKos In 1886, the world’s first functional automobile, the Benz Patent-Motorwagen, was unveiled. The two-seater with three wire-spoked wheels was engineered with a light chassis and a maximum speed of about 16km/h.

About 25 Patent-Motorwagen vehicles were built between 1886 and 1893, requiring critical human skills and intensive manual labor to manufacture. The Benz Patent-Motorwagen was ahead of its time and marked the beginning of a revolution that would radically transform manufacturing across industries.

This metamorphosis has led to the current era of Industry 4.0 – or digital transformation of manufacturing – in which the integration of intelligent machines, real-time workflows […]

Why AI May Be Better for Latin America Than You Think

Why AI May Be Better for Latin America Than You Think

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BUENOS AIRES—“It is difficult to make predictions, especially about the future.” This quote, often attributed to Nobel Prize-winning physicist Niels Bohr, has never been more valid than when applied to the ongoing debate about AI and labor markets.

A few years ago, the consensus was clear. Automation would likely replace medium-skilled jobs , depress low-skilled wages due to competition from displaced middle-skilled workers, and widen the skill premium. This trend was exacerbated by the decline of jobs that require personal contact and the surge in remote work and e-commerce during the pandemic . As a result, low- […]

Navigating the Future of Work in Blue and Gray Collar Industries

By Nilesh Dungarwal

In the ever-evolving landscape of global industries, the traditional divide between blue and gray collar jobs is increasingly becoming blurred. As technological advancements continue to reshape our world, the future of work in these sectors presents both challenges and opportunities. It is imperative for businesses, policymakers, and individuals alike to understand and adapt to these changes to thrive in the years to come.

Embracing Technological Advancements: One of the most significant transformations in blue and gray collar industries is the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and automation. These innovations are not […]