History shows tech shifts cause job fears but also create new opportunities
kevinsurace · x · 2026-08-24
The author reviews historical major technological shifts, noting that each caused fears of job loss. He argues that while AI may remove certain tasks, history suggests it also creates new opportunities for those who adapt.
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