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The Great AI Illusion: When Humans Play Robot

A world where magical machines do everything for us - from driving cars to autonomeous making money - while we humans sit back and sip our artisanal oat milk lattes.  Sounds like a Silicon Valley wet dream, right? Well, because the reality of artificial intelligence is about as " artificial " as my grandmother's homemade apple strudel - which is to say, heavily dependent on human hands. The Great AI Illusion: When Humans Play Robot Let me paint you a picture of this so-called " automated " economy. Picture an impressive AI system, all sleek interfaces and impressive algorithms, proudly proclaimed as the future of work.  Behind the scenes? A small army of underpaid workers frantically labeling images, transcribing audio, and preventing virtual assistants from suggesting nuclear warfare as a conflict resolution strategy. These invisible workers are the real MVPs of the AI world - the backstage crew making sure the technological magic show actually runs smoothl...

AI in the Workplace: Examining the Impact and Perceptions from Eight OECD Countries

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of the workplace, and its influence is growing by the day. With AI technologies becoming increasingly prominent in modern business operations, it is crucial to understand their impact on the workforce. The question that arises is how do current statistics portray the use of AI, and how do employees and employers perceive its effects? This article delves into the current evidence from eight OECD countries, providing insight into the impact of AI on the workplace. From concerns about wage development to opportunities for growth, this article explores the various dimensions of the AI-driven transformation of work. Examining the Impact and Perceptions from Eight OECD Countries Potential for Change with and through AI - Current Assessments by Employees and Employers Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword in the world of work for several years now. While employers see the potential for improved efficiency, cost savings, a...