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Although automation also creates new roles, the net effect is a significant loss of jobs—estimated at around 15 million—posing economic and social challenges. He underscores that these disruptions are not hypothetical; they are already happening and could worsen as AI becomes more capable.
Artistic and Creative AI: Opportunities and Ethical Concerns
In a reflective closing, Shapiro shares personal breakthroughs with project Auto Muse, an AI that aims to generate novels and art. He recognizes that such tools could displace traditional creators, especially writers and artists, raising ethical questions about the role of human labor.