Argentina most exposed to AI impact in Latin America, study finds
The risk is related to high urbanization and the prevalence of the service industry, with Buenos Aires leading the wa La entrada Argentina most exposed to AI impact in Latin America, study finds se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald .
Argentina stands out as the most exposed Latin American country to the potential impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), according to a recent study by the Economic and Social Council of Buenos Aires City (CESBA). The study, conducted on a scale of 0 to 1, found that Argentina has an exposure level of 0.292, surpassing neighboring Chile (0.279), Brazil (0.276), and Mexico (0.261).
Only Canada (0.322) and the United States (0.332) have higher exposure levels in the Americas, with Canada and the U.S. leading the region.
The primary factors driving Argentina's high exposure are the concentration of employment in the service sector (88%) and the city's high level of education. Service industries, including retail, healthcare, education, finance, and public administration, are already adopting AI technologies at a rapid pace, with 85% of knowledge-based companies incorporating AI in Argentina. This shift is particularly pronounced in the software and IT sector, where 85% of companies utilize AI technologies.
As AI adoption progresses, the demand for junior workers with limited experience is expected to decline, according to the report. However, there is a growing demand for skills involving supervision and judgment. Companies like Baufest, an international provider of software and technology services, are experiencing these changes but believe AI will not diminish the demand for young talent.
Instead, they anticipate a shift in the types of tasks performed by entry-level employees, requiring a new skill set that focuses on supervision and judgment.
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