Michael Chui
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- Milken Institute1h 4m
Jobs and Technology: Is Any Job Truly Safe?
Dennis Kneale, Michael Chui, Martin Ford, Alan Krueger, Kate Mitchell
A panel of experts including Martin Ford, Michael Chu, and Alan Kruger analyzes the convergence of automation, offshoring, and the gig economy, projecting that 45% of job activities and 90% of news writing will soon be automated while traditional employment stagnates. The discussion highlights a looming 2030 skills crisis in manufacturing and demographic shifts that demand a transition from human labor to productivity-driven growth, raising urgent concerns about wage inequality and the vulnerability of low-skill roles. To address these disruptions, the group proposes policy frameworks ranging from guaranteed basic income and expanded tax credits to decoupling benefits from employment and investing heavily in digital literacy to prepare the workforce for future economic realities.