THE RISE OF AI: WILL AI MAKE 30% OF US JOBLESS BY 2030?

-Madhu Mannivannan

Artificial Intelligence- what was once a fantasy in sci-fi movies is now taking over the world and is getting radically cheaper. AI is the simulation of human intelligence in machines programmed to think, learn, and solve problems. Imagine this: it's 2030, and AI has taken over the world—or at least our jobs. Are we all doomed to a future of binge-watching series and endless naps? Or is there hope for human beings? Let's dive into this digital dilemma.

First off, will AI make 30% of us jobless by 2030? It is possible, but don't panic just yet. AI is getting smarter—writing articles, diagnosing diseases, and even making music. But remember, AI lacks one crucial component- the human touch. It is simulated only according to the prompts given by us.

Data entry, telemarketing, product analysis, and even customer service might feel the AI pinch sooner. Repetitive jobs like these can be done much faster by AI than by Humans. Jobs that need creativity, emotional intelligence, and complex decision-making can never be replaced by technology. Think about therapists, teachers, and our streetside chai-wala; There is no way AI can make better tea while giving life advice!

The rise of AI is not all doom and gloom. It is also producing new jobs- jobs we haven't even foreseen. Imagine being a "virtual environment designer" or an "AI ethics consultant." The current generation of students must be ready to adapt to life-long learning and skill-building to make these technologies work for them instead of replacing them.

So, should we be worried? Not really. Embrace the tech and remember that humans are adaptable. We’ve survived revolutions before, and we’ll do it again. Plus, there's always the fallback plan of becoming a famous influencer. Some say engineers are working hard to replace themselves with AI. If they can program AI then they’d also be able to prompt it. The next time you see Adtiya Kachave popping up before a YouTube video with his Be10x workshop, better take his help in learning the AI tools to secure your future job and promotions.

AI isn't here to replace humans; it's here to work alongside us, to make life a bit easier and a lot more interesting. Just keep your mind open, keep learning, and maybe have a backup plan of opening a pani puri stall—just in case!

*Picture in Header : A imaginary depiction of AI (Picture credit: Adobe Stock)