'I think those people are dead wrong': Jeff Bezos slams AI naysayers, plays down job fears for young workers,…

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  • Jeff Bezos says AI doom-mongerers are "dead wrong"
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Jeff Bezos has slammed opponents to the increasing usage of AI in the workplace, saying the technology could actually assist workers across the world and unlock extra productivity for all.

Speaking to CNBC's Alan Sorkin, the Amazon founder turned wannabe socialite looked to play down growing fears that AI technology will gut the job market, particularly for younger workers.

“I think those people are dead wrong,” Bezos said. “What’s really going to happen is that (AI) is going to elevate all of these people.”

"Higher level" work

Bezos, whose former company is one of the largest AI adopters in the world, instead predicted the technology will help boost productivity, and could even lead to deflation as the cost of goods...

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