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This is arguably the most emotionally charged critique. While AI aims to liberate humanity from boring, repetitive work, it undeniably displaces existing jobs—especially in low-skill sectors and offshore roles. High-profile anecdotes include workers in Southeast Asia losing programming or customer service roles due to automation. The debate continues whether this economic shift leads to a net positive long-term, but the immediate perception remains one of loss and insecurity.