Bill Gates has changed his mind about AI and jobs
soldierofcinema · reddit · 2026-08-27
Semafor reports that Bill Gates has shifted his stance on AI and jobs. The article notes a move away from his previous optimism, with Gates admitting the current reality is 'crazy' and 'insane' regarding the impact of AI on the labor market, signaling a more serious acknowledgment of the social and economic disruptions AI may cause.
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