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Generative AI is replacing low-complexity, repetitive work, while also fueling demand for AI-related jobs, according to new data from freelance marketplace Upwork, shared first with Axios.
Why it matters: There are plenty of warnings about AI erasing jobs, but this evidence shows that many workers right now are using generative AI to increase their chances of getting work and to boost their salary.
The big picture: Uncertainty around AI’s impact and abilities means companies are hesitant to hire full-time knowledge workers.
- Upwork says its platform data offers early indicators of future in-demand skills for both freelancers and full-time employees.
Between the lines: Most business leaders still don’t trust AI to automate tasks without a human in the loop, so they’re keen on anyone who knows how to use AI to augment their work.
