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Delving deeper, Roubini raised concerns about the societal responsibilities tied to the advent of AI. How will society value work in a context where many traditional roles may no longer exist? The potential shift towards a future where individuals receive welfare without fulfilling conventional work roles prompts a major philosophical shift about the nature of dignity tied to employment.
Amidst the assurance that economic innovations will lead to overall growth, Roubini warned that without appropriate mechanisms for redistributing wealth and opportunity, society may face backlash, exacerbating existing tensions and leading to social unrest.