Goldman Sachs economist warns: "AI will replace Gen Z tech workers at first" | World News - Times of India
2025-08-07
The Times of India
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Goldman Sachs economist Joseph Briggs reports that the rise of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is already causing increased unemployment and reduced job opportunities for young tech workers. Early employment data show a sharp rise in joblessness among Gen Z professionals, signaling AI-driven displacement in the technology sector.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The article explicitly links AI to increased unemployment among young tech workers, which constitutes harm to individuals' livelihoods and economic well-being. This is a direct or indirect harm caused by AI's impact on job displacement. Therefore, this qualifies as an AI Incident under the harm category of employment-related harm.[AI generated]