AI will put an end to 'work', Elon Musk tells Rishi Sunak
Elon Musk, during a conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at an AI summit in London, made a prediction that artificial intelligence (AI) could render traditional paid work obsolete, the BBC reported. The 50-minute interview covered various aspects of AI, including the potential for humanoid robots capable of chasing "you anywhere". Musk and Sunak acknowledged London's prominence as a hub for the AI industry and discussed how AI could revolutionise education.
Also Read: Elon Musk's xAI to launch first AI model, says ‘best that currently exists’ However, despite their optimism, concerns about the risks posed by AI on employment and the need for regulation were also raised. The warnings about disruption brought by AI and potential job losses were particularly stark, the report said. Musk noted that AI's disruptive nature would affect traditional jobs as we know them.
He further speculated that as AI continues to evolve, a shift in the jobs landscape could raise questions about how individuals find meaning in life when work is no longer a necessity, it said. "We are seeing the most disruptive force in history here. There will come a point where no job is needed - you can have a job if you want one for personal satisfaction but AI will do everything.
It's both good and bad - one of the challenges in the future will be how do we find meaning in life?" Musk speculated. On AI, Musk was gung-ho about the possibilities. Adding: "One of my sons has trouble making friends and an AI friend would be great for him." He also noted that in the learning space, AI could be "the best and most patient tutor".
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