AI and the Future of Work

By Charles Lewis

The AI revolution is here. Not with a bang, but with the quiet hum of algorithms transforming every corner of our society. This groundbreaking analysis confronts the monumental challenges and unprecedented opportunities of this new economic era, moving beyond the headlines to offer a data-driven, actionable blueprint for the future.

This book confronts the monumental challenges of this new era: Widespread job displacement threatening millions, from truck drivers and factory workers to financial analysts and customer service representatives.A widening chasm of economic inequality as the benefits of AI concentrate at the top.Legal and ethical frameworks that are unprepared for the complexities of algorithmic bias, mass surveillance, and data privacy.Profound threats to democracy and national security, from AI-powered disinformation campaigns to the advent of autonomous weapons.However, this is not a story of dystopian dread. It is a pragmatic and urgent call for action. The book presents a meticulously researched case for a Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) as a necessary foundation for a stable and equitable future. Through detailed economic modeling, it explores how a GBI can provide a crucial safety net in the face of widespread automation, fostering resilience and empowering individuals to adapt to a changing world.

Beyond the GBI, this comprehensive guide delves into critical strategies for navigating the AI revolution, including: Large-scale reskilling and upskilling initiatives to prepare the workforce for the jobs of tomorrow.Navigating the legal labyrinth to establish regulations for fair, transparent, and accountable AI systems.Addressing the unique impact on developing nations and leveraging AI as a tool for accelerated growth.A multi-stakeholder approach to global AI governance that involves governments, the private sector, and civil society.The future of work is not predetermined; it is a choice we are making now. This book provides the essential roadmap for policymakers, business leaders, technologists, and every concerned citizen to ensure that choice leads to a more prosperous, just, and humane world for all.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FDWNV2MH
• ISBN13: 9798288730344
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"