Jan 24
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AI is as the equalizer for the Job market?
Why I Believe We Will Close the Pay Gap Sooner
(Than the 131-Year Prediction by WEF 2023 Global Gender Report)
AI will be the new equalizer in Job Market
It's really interesting to see who's leading the way in AI technology, mostly white men. But Mustafa Suleyman is different. Even though he grew up in the West, his unique background is not what you usually see in tech leaders. His journey from studying philosophy to entering the AI tech field is a narrative that deviates from the norm, adding a layer of depth to his insights on AI and its role in the future of work.
Suleyman suggests that AI might excel even in creative jobs, a domain we've long considered the stronghold of human (white men) ingenuity. This raises crucial questions about the future of our jobs. If AI can outperform the average human in most tasks, as Sam Altman's concept of 'Median Human' suggests, it could lead to a major reshuffle of job roles across genders and sectors. We might see roles traditionally occupied by women, often undervalued and underpaid, experiencing a surge in male interest. It's a scenario that challenges the traditional job market and calls for a critical reassessment of how we value and structure work in our society.
But I'm keeping an open mind about AI. While it's true that AI might take on creative tasks, this could actually usher in new ways for us to work alongside AI. Technology has already made some industries more inclusive and equitable, and AI holds the same potential. By taking over certain tasks, AI could allow us to focus more on what requires a human touch, like empathy, emotional intelligence, and genuine personal interactions.
In this future, our jobs will be defined not just by what we create but also by how we connect, understand, and care for each other – qualities that AI cannot replicate. So, as we navigate this new era where AI steps into creative roles, I'm hopeful that it will enhance our appreciation for the uniquely human aspects of our work.
This is a pivotal moment for us to contemplate how we'll integrate AI into our job market. How do we ensure that AI doesn't just perpetuate existing inequalities but actively contributes to a more balanced and fair workplace? Mustafa Suleyman's unique voice in the AI field, coupled with our collective experiences and aspirations, might just be the catalyst we need to steer these conversations in a constructive direction.
So, as AI reshapes our work landscape, I'm hopeful. I look forward to a future where every individual can leverage their unique skills and passions, a future where AI assists us, not replaces us, making our work lives not just more efficient but more human, more meaningful, and more inclusive.
PS. This conversation also brings to mind Nobel Prize Winner Prof. Psidaris's request not to develop AI in a way that leads to job loss or diminishes status. It's a poignant reminder that as we embrace the potential of AI, we must also navigate its ethical implications and strive to safeguard the dignity and value of human work.
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Ali Hessami is currently the Director of R&D and Innovation at Vega Systems, London, UK. He has an extensive track record in systems assurance and safety, security, sustainability, knowledge assessment/management methodologies. He has a background in the design and development of advanced control systems for business and safety-critical industrial applications.
Hessami represents the UK on the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC) & International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) – safety systems, hardware & software standards committees. He was appointed by CENELEC as convener of several Working Groups for review of EN50128 Safety-Critical Software Standard and update and restructuring of the software, hardware, and system safety standards in CENELEC.
Ali is also a member of Cyber Security Standardisation SGA16, SG24, and WG26 Groups and started and chairs the IEEE Special Interest Group in Humanitarian Technologies and the Systems Council Chapters in the UK and Ireland Section. In 2017 Ali joined the IEEE Standards Association (SA), initially as a committee member for the new landmark IEEE 7000 standard focused on “Addressing Ethical Concerns in System Design.” He was subsequently appointed as the Technical Editor and later the Chair of P7000 working group. In November 2018, he was appointed as the VC and Process Architect of the IEEE’s global Ethics Certification Programme for Autonomous & Intelligent Systems (ECPAIS).
Trish advises and trains organisations internationally on Responsible AI (AI/data ethics, policy, governance), and Corporate Digital Responsibility.
Patricia has 20 years’ experience as a lawyer in data, technology and regulatory/government affairs and is a registered Solicitor in England and Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. She has authored and edited several works on law and regulation, policy, ethics, and AI.
She is an expert advisor on the Ethics Committee to the UK’s Digital Catapult Machine Intelligence Garage working with AI startups, is a Maestro (a title only given to 3 people in the world) and expert advisor “Maestro” on the IEEE’s CertifAIEd (previously known as ECPAIS) ethical certification panel, sits on IEEE’s P7003 (algorithmic bias)/P2247.4 (adaptive instructional systems)/P7010.1 (AI and ESG/UN SDGS) standards programmes, is a ForHumanity Fellow working on Independent Audit of AI Systems, is Chair of the Society for Computers and Law, and is a non-exec director on the Board of iTechlaw and on the Board of Women Leading in AI. Until 2021, Patricia was on the RSA’s online harms advisory panel, whose work contributed to the UK’s Online Safety Bill.
Trish is also a linguist and speaks fluently English, French, and German.
In 2021, Patricia was listed on the 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics™ and named on Computer Weekly’s longlist as one of the Most Influential Women in UK Technology in 2021.
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