Even If the AI Bubble Bursts, Workers Could Still Lose Their Jobs, NPR Analysis Warns
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A potential collapse in the AI industry could lead to job losses not only due to economic downturns but also because falling AI costs may make automation more attractive to employers. Even if AI companies fail to generate profits, cheaper technology could still drive the replacement of workers in routine jobs. Historical data shows that recessions often coincide with sharp declines in employment in occupations vulnerable to automation, providing context for how economic pressures could accelerate AI-driven job displacement.
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