Potential Solutions for Job Displacement by Artificial Intelligence
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The emergence and rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across industries has raised concerns about workplace displacement and the future role of humans in the workforce. To address these concerns, the efficacy of potential solutions for job displacement caused by AI were examined, focusing on government intervention, workforce adaptation, and public resistance to AI. A narrative review of literature showed that governments could address job displacement caused by AI by implementing an AI taxation policy, by developing social safety nets for displaced workers, and by updating education systems. The literature also showed that workforce members could also be an important part of the solution by purposefully adapting to AI through lifelong learning, by developing a growth mindset, and by becoming more familiar with AI. Finally, public resistance to AI was found to be a valuable strategy for monitoring and responding to unethical companies, making them more accountable when using AI, and for strengthening policies to protect employees. Based on this evidence, it is clear that government agencies should design and implement policies to prevent workforce displacement caused by AI implementation. Such policies should pressure companies to develop fair and sustainable AI practices and provide opportunities for employee retraining.
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