I just read an article claiming that artificial intelligence is advancing so quickly that it could put half the population out of work within five years. I don’t know if that number is right. But the broader point feels hard to deny: AI is improving at a pace faster than people and institutions can adjust.

So what happens in a world where AI can do most people’s jobs?

The obvious fear is economic. If machines do the work, how will people pay rent, buy food, and live with dignity? The transition could be harsh. Entire industries may shrink quickly, and many people will feel displaced, unneeded, and left behind.

Still, I’m not convinced the........

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