Bill Gates warns AI could permanently wipe out jobs, calls for ‘Human Reserved’ work
Bill Gates has issued one of his starkest warnings yet about artificial intelligence, predicting that many jobs could disappear permanently and urging governments to consider reserving some types of work exclusively for humans. The Microsoft co-founder, who helped drive the personal computer revolution, argues that AI could prove far more disruptive because it is capable of replacing human…
Bill Gates has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could permanently eliminate many jobs and suggested that certain tasks should be reserved exclusively for humans. In a lengthy essay on his Gates Notes website, the Microsoft co-founder stated that AI could cause turmoil comparable to the Great Depression, with many entry- and mid-level jobs at risk.
He proposed the creation of a category called "Human Reserved" work, including healthcare, where AI is not fully capable of replacing human interaction. Gates also urged governments to consider taxing robots and AI services to discourage job replacement and fund retraining programs. He emphasized that AI could bring significant benefits in healthcare, drug discovery, and agriculture but warned of potential risks such as cyberattacks, bioterrorism, and loss of human control over systems.
Gates advocated for new institutions to coordinate policy across various sectors and international cooperation to manage the risks and ensure AI benefits are widely distributed.
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