Automation Is Creating a New Class System, and Most People Don't See It Yet
The article argues that automation and AI are creating a new class system defined not by income but by agency—those who direct automation versus those directed by it. Early adopters leveraging AI to enhance productivity and decision-making are gaining compounding advantages, while others risk becoming dependent on systems they don’t control. This shift is already underway across industries, and waiting for institutional adoption may result in reduced autonomy. The key to positioning oneself favorably is starting small, mapping workflows, and building AI literacy within one's domain.
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