AI To Replace Humans? How Scary It Is?

Hemant Pokharel
3 min readDec 28, 2022

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly developing field that has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives, especially the way we work.

One question that has garnered a lot of attention is whether AI will eventually replace human jobs.

Insane Automation

There is no doubt that AI has the potential to automate certain tasks, and in some cases, it has already begun to do so.

For example, AI algorithms can analyze data faster and more accurately than humans, making them well-suited for tasks such as data entry and analysis.

Artificial Intelligence is most likely to replace millions of jobs. Image: Live Science

In industries such as manufacturing and transportation, robots and automation have already replaced many jobs that were previously done by humans.

Now it is taking over digital space as well. Ever heard of Open AI’s Chat GPT? A neural network-based model trained to produce human-like text. And, it doesn’t end there. You can also use it for programming and stuff.

Limitations of AI

However, the good news is, AI is not yet capable of replacing all human jobs.

Don’t panic because we still have time to think it through and find out the new possible ways we can all work it out.

While AI algorithms can perform certain tasks more efficiently than humans, they are not yet able to replicate the creativity and problem-solving ability of the human mind.

Well, this statement is in question now.

As we speak, AI is getting better and better in terms of creativity. It's scary but sometimes AI gets creative beyond human reach.

A few days ago, I used MidJourney AI to build a UI design for a website I was planning to build.

My reaction?

I was stunned!

Let me share that with you.

Hero-Images for my website generated by MidJourney AI

Can you believe that?

How can AI produce these detailed, exquisite, eye-pleasing, and out-of-the-world designs?

What is your take on AI? What are your plans to tackle it?

Do you have a Future-Proof career path?

If you don’t, you better start thinking about it. All these AI tools are only halfway through their production cycle.

The Creation of New Jobs

Another factor to consider is that the adoption of AI is likely to lead to the creation of new jobs, rather than simply replacing existing ones.

For example, the development and implementation of AI systems will require skilled workers with expertise in fields such as computer science, data science, and machine learning.

Artificial Intelligence Image: IWConnect

In addition, there will be a need for workers to help train and manage AI systems, as well as to interpret and explain their output to decision-makers.

AI algorithms require human oversight and input in order to function properly, meaning that there will still be a need for human workers to design, maintain, and monitor AI systems.

Ethical Implications of AI Adoption

It is also worth considering the ethical implications of replacing human jobs with AI.

A Man & Robot, Probably Talking. Image: The Business Journals

While automation may lead to increased efficiency and cost savings, it could also lead to widespread job loss and economic disruption.

To mitigate these potential negative impacts, it will be important for governments and businesses to implement policies and programs that support workers as they transition to new roles and industries.

Here I Conclude

While the job losses can be tremendous, AI will definitely create new jobs in the market. For AI to run properly or just run-at-all, it needs skilled workers to design, maintain, and monitor all its systems.

Where do you see yourself in upcoming AI thrillers?

I have one more question.

Did AI write this article?

You be the judge.

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Hemant Pokharel
Hemant Pokharel

Written by Hemant Pokharel

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