Aravind Srinivas, CEO of the search engine Perplexity, sparked a wave of controversy after describing the replacement of humans by AI in administrative and clerical jobs as a "fantastic" development that serves humanity's future.
During a media appearance, Srinivas explained that the destruction of routine jobs will serve as a strong catalyst for a new generation of entrepreneurs. He argued it will force individuals to harness their innovative capabilities rather than wasting time on repetitive tasks that machines can perform more efficiently.
This vision was met with a fierce backlash from labor unions and economic analysts, who deemed it disconnected from reality. Experts warned of imminent social crises resulting from the displacement of millions of workers who lack the funding or skills necessary to establish independent businesses.
