Global | The impact of AI on employment, productivity and economic growth

Summary

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a general-purpose technology that will transform the economy and employment. It drives productivity and innovation by combining automation and complementarity. Its ultimate impact will depend on adoption, human capital, and regulation.

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• Key points:
• Mixed impact on employment: It combines automation, creation of new roles, and complementarity with workers, with productivity gains prevailing so far without massive job losses.
• Uneven but accelerating adoption: Advanced firms and countries lead, while factors such as human capital and digital infrastructure shape outcomes.
• Importance of governance: Regulation, public policies, and skills development will be key to mitigating risks (inequality, security, geopolitics) and maximizing benefits.

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