AI to Replace STEM Bros First, Boosting Influencer Demand Over Tech Careers
Linahuaa · x · 2026-08-09
The author argues that STEM careers are overrated, especially in China where oversupply depresses wages. In contrast, top-tier lifestyle influencers can earn 7 figures early on, far outperforming equivalent tech workers.
The core thesis is that AI will replace STEM professionals first while increasing the demand for parasocial relationships with influencers. Thus, attending "Streamer University" might be a better career move than a traditional tech degree.
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