AI revolution will reshape job market, economy

The key insights from this article are that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on the job market and the global economy. It is estimated that over 300 million jobs worldwide could be disrupted by AI, and at least 12 million Americans will change to another field of work by 2030. However, AI also has the potential to add trillions of dollars to the global economy and create new job opportunities. Proper preparation and adaptation are necessary to navigate the AI revolution successfully.
Original article: AI is going to eliminate way more jobs than anyone realizes
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