AI job displacement debate

We need to find answers: Sridhar Vembu raises AI ‘wiping’ jobs question

Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu expresses deep concern over artificial intelligence potentially eliminating jobs. He notes the IT industry, including Zoho, has not generated significant new employment recently. Money previously for new hires now funds AI and rising data center expenses. Vembu suggests Universal Basic Income as a potential solution to ensure income for citizens. He questions if the over-saturated software market needs more products as growth slows.

Nvidia CEO predicts these jobs will pay 6 figures as data centers boom

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicts a bright future for skilled tradespeople. AI data center expansion drives significant infrastructure build-out globally. This growth will create many six-figure jobs for electricians and construction workers. Demand for electricians is particularly high for building AI facilities. Other tech leaders also warn of labor shortages impacting manufacturing and construction.

'Adaptability Is The Antidote To AI Fear': ETS CEO On The Future Of Jobs

The report also highlights that Indian workers remain optimistic despite growing concerns.

AI ‘godmother’ just said what Nvidia CEO told fellow CEOs on doomsday scenario

AI visionary Fei-Fei Li and Nvidia's chief executive Jensen Huang push back against alarming prophecies concerning artificial intelligence. They champion a balanced and moderate approach towards embracing new technologies. Huang dismissed predictions of humanity's downfall and significant unemployment as exaggerated nonsense. He emphasized that overreacting to speculative threats could hinder progress across various sectors, creating a fundamental difference from the cautionary tales presented by other tech giants.

Investor Says He Prefers Rs 11,000 Worth Of AI Subscriptions Over Interns

Investor uses AI systems to replace interns and boost productivity in daily tasks.

AI creating more jobs in India than cuts: Nomura report

According to the report by Nomura Holdings Inc, AI-driven recruitment continues to be more than job losses in the country. Given the country's vast workforce, India is experiencing the "largest absolute impact" of AI across layoffs, hiring freezes and recruitment.

AI hiring in India outpaces job losses: Nomura

New Delhi: Artificial intelligence (AI) is creating more jobs than it is eliminating in India, with AI-related hiring reaching 83,100 compared with 31,921 documented layoffs and attrition, according to a Nomura report.The findings indicate a net positive employment impact of AI in India so far, even as the technology disrupts traditional roles and reduces demand for entry-level workers.In its Asia Economic Monthly report, Nomura said India was experiencing the largest absolute impact from AI among the Asian economies covered by its analysis, both in terms of documented layoffs and hiring.Read

AI job market booming in India: LinkedIn CEO

AI, GenAI, Big Data & Cybersecurity Drive Global Tech Hiring Despite 2.3% Job Market Decline

AI Is Cutting Jobs Across Industries, But Boosting Salaries In This Sector

India's solar industry is offering an early glimpse of what AI-led job creation could look like.

Martin Sorrell identifies key AI skill for future

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says AI bloodbath fears confuse jobs with tasks

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the AI jobs debate is broken because people confuse tasks with jobs. Jensen Huang argues AI automates tasks, not entire roles, calling the AI job loss narrative "exactly backward." He cited radiology and software engineering as fields disrupted yet still hiring. His optimism clashes with Dario Amodei's white-collar bloodbath warning, though labour data on paralegals and manufacturing complicates Huang's case.

AI is creating more jobs than it destroys in India

AI could drive Indian IT recovery from FY27

Uber To Lay Off About 10% Of Global Workforce, Over 3,000 To Lose Jobs

A leaner organization will mean clearer ownership, said Uber.

'All of us in software need to figure out how to stay relevant': Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu urges software professionals to consider their future relevance. He believes artificial intelligence will competently produce a large fraction of software code. Vembu suggests AI's progress in mathematics offers clues for software development's direction. The key question remains how many humans will be needed in this evolving landscape. Software professionals must actively figure out how to stay relevant in the coming years.

'We may not survive this': another Anthropic employee quits, issues morbid warning over AI

Jacob Coxon, who resigned from Anthropic last week warned that AI companies are gambling with lives in their rush to improve superintelligence.

'We may not survive this': Another Anthropic employee quits with stark AI warning

Pentagon wants AI to spot missile threats in 2 seconds before response window closes

The Pentagon is on the hunt for an advanced artificial intelligence system designed for swift threat detection. This innovative engine will integrate various sensor data to create a unified intelligence overview. It aims to process and deliver alerts in mere seconds, enabling rapid response to threats. Crucially, human oversight will play a vital role in monitoring progress and making informed decisions to adapt to evolving threats.

Amid Concerns, Anthropic CEO Calls For Slowing Development Of AI Models

He said Anthropic has always tried to balance building the technology with managing its dangers.

AI use ups homework scores, but slashes exam marks: Study

World Bank's report reveals that unrestricted use of generative AI may enhance homework scores while diminishing actual learning outcomes. Evidence indicates that students using AI showed improvement in assignments but performed worse in exams over time. Concerns exist regarding students outsourcing their learning process to AI rather than engaging in cognitive effort. However, AI used by teachers to customize instruction shows promising learning gains.

'If AI Takes More Jobs, We Need To Rebuild Purpose': Former Meta Executive

Clara Shih, ex-AI executive, said AI is disrupting knowledge work across America at a much faster pace.

Salesforce CEO compares AI warnings to his past 'Facebook is a cigarette' call

Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, addressed AI safety at the Dreamforce conference in San Francisco. He highlighted the importance of using ethical responsibility as AI technology advances. Benioff drew parallels between past social media mistakes and current trends in AI development. He urged developers to thoughtfully consider the societal impacts of their innovations and prioritize safety. By promoting collaboration, he aims to encourage a more responsible tech industry approach.

India Could Benefit If Global AI Boom Falters: CEA Nageswaran

Microsoft CEO to industry: Software is not going anywhere but changing with AI

Satya Nadella has expressed that artificial intelligence will fundamentally change how employees engage with corporate tools. By harnessing AI, software will streamline work processes, minimizing the need to juggle multiple applications. Microsoft is set to introduce Copilot as a universal work OS that seamlessly connects business data. This innovative approach prioritizes customization and integration, offering organizations exciting possibilities to boost operational efficiency.

'Inevitable': AI companies preparing for catastrophic event in 6-12 months

OpenAI Fires 3 Safety Researchers Over 'Breach Of Trust'; Employees Allege Corporate Interests Took Priority Over AI Safety

'No One's Truly Yours': Techie, 22, Loses Rs 95,000 Job, Parents Start Calling Him 'Freeloader'

Young IT professional reveals family taunts and struggles following job loss.

AI Making Workers More Productive, Not Companies, Claims McKinsey Top Executive

Kutcher notes AI's impact on productivity is limited outside software development sectors.

Anantha Nageswaran releases ‘white paper’ on AI, automation, and India’s workforce

According to the paper, the share of Indian employment exposed to artificial intelligence has risen modestly since 2012, and the quality of that exposure has improve

Bill Gates has a message for Sam Altman, who says some AI fears sound like bad sci-fi

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has responded to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's warning against AI "doomerism", saying all responsible AI leaders, including Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei, are telling the world the technology is very concerning. Gates said AI is more dangerous than cars, planes or medicines, and called for safeguards and a workable middle ground on AI regulation, somewhere between having no rules at all and stopping AI development altogether.

NDTV Exclusive: Google DeepMind's Top Voice On How Engineers Can Survive AI Disruption

Google DeepMind's Lila Ibrahim says young engineers must ask one important question

TCS to hire 80% of workforce with digital, AI skills

'Assume AI Models Are Compromised': Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Urges Companies To Build AI Kill Switches And Strengthen Security

'ChatGPT Alone Not Enough': TCS To Hire 80% Freshers With These AI Skills

TCS expects this business to support profitability as AI deals grow in scale.

AI Reshuffle: The Tech Jobs Being Cut vs The Ones Being Created

Zoho Skips 2026 Salary Hikes As AI Costs Surge; Sridhar Vembu Says Outlook For Software Jobs Is ‘Grim’

'We Are Soon Going To Be In Unfamiliar Terrains': R Ashwin's Cryptic Post Raises Questions About AI's Impact On Jobs

AI Will Not Destroy Jobs, India Can Lead Global AI Adoption: Nandan Nilekani

Candidate Stunned After More Than 16,000 Applicants Apply For Entry-Level IT Job: 'Dystopian Reality'

Over 16,000 people applied for a basic IT support role, showing intense competition for entry level jobs.