Economists warn AI boom may not create jobs but could raise electricity bills
UKPulse News Desk
Experts polled by the World Economic Forum anticipate increased AI adoption and productivity gains, but also warn of potential job stagnation and higher electricity costs.
- Most economists surveyed by the World Economic Forum expect AI adoption to increase.
- A majority of experts foresee significant productivity gains from AI.
- Economists warn that the AI boom may not lead to more jobs and could result in higher electricity bills.
Top economists have warned that the boom in artificial intelligence (AI) may not deliver more jobs and could instead lead to higher electricity bills. This warning comes from experts polled by the World Economic Forum.
The majority of these experts anticipate an increase in AI adoption and expect it to result in substantial productivity gains.