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AI & UBI: Future-Proofing Work

September 06, 2024 Mid Mic Crisis Season 1 Episode 277

In today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle the burgeoning relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and Universal Basic Income (UBI), discussing its potential as a visionary solution to the challenges posed by an AI-driven future. As automation reshapes industries and transforms the job market, the necessity for solutions like UBI becomes increasingly apparent.

The hosts delve into how AI, while enhancing efficiency and productivity across various sectors, also poses significant risks by potentially displacing a large portion of the workforce. This displacement raises urgent questions about economic stability and the livelihoods of millions who might find their skills obsolete in the face of advancing technology.

UBI emerges as a compelling response, proposing a guaranteed, unconditional income to all citizens—ensuring a safety net in a landscape where traditional employment could become less common. Bunchu and Chamber discuss the dual nature of UBI as both an economic policy and a moral imperative, highlighting how it could serve as a means to redistribute the wealth generated by AI and automation more equitably.

Furthermore, they explore the criticisms and logistical challenges associated with implementing UBI, such as its financial viability and potential impacts on economic incentives. Yet, they argue that the rapid evolution of AI may necessitate such bold measures, and AI itself could play a crucial role in administrating and optimizing UBI schemes.

This episode provides a deep dive into how AI and UBI could coexist to forge a sustainable economic model in an era of unprecedented technological advancement, ensuring that the fruits of AI advancements are enjoyed by all segments of society, not just a few. Join Bunchu and Chamber as they navigate through the complexities and potential of integrating AI with universal basic income to address the future of work and societal well-being.

Source: https://midmiccrisis.com/ai-and-ubi-a-solution-for-the-future-of-work/

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