Gen-AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work.
Fondo Monetario Internacional.
Autores : Mauro Cazzaniga ; Florence Jaumotte ; Longji Li ; Giovanni Melina ;
Augustus J Panton ; Carlo Pizzinelli ; Emma J Rockall ; Marina Mendes Tavares
Publicado el 14 de enero de 2024
Acceso libre al documento en inglés
“SUMMARY
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to reshape the global economy, especially in the
realm of labor markets. Advanced economies will experience the benefits and pitfalls of AI
sooner than emerging market and developing economies, largely due to their employment
structure focused on cognitive-intensive roles. There are some consistent patterns concerning
AI exposure, with women and college-educated individuals more exposed but also better
poised to reap AI benefits, and older workers potentially less able to adapt to the new
technology. Labor income inequality may increase if the complementarity between AI and
high-income workers is strong, while capital returns will increase wealth inequality. However,
if productivity gains are sufficiently large, income levels could surge for most workers. In this
evolving landscape, advanced economies and more developed emerging markets need to
focus on upgrading regulatory frameworks and supporting labor reallocation, while
safeguarding those adversely affected. Emerging market and developing economies should
prioritize developing digital infrastructure and digital skills”
Series:Staff Discussion Notes No. 2024/001