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Since OpenAI introduced its first AI model, ChatGPT, in 2022, the AI industry has been soaring to new heights every day. We recently witnessed widespread attention and appreciation for the ChatGPT image generation, especially the Studio Ghibli-style. (And here is how you can create your own). For perspective, this is what Hollywood has been fighting for, concerning that AI will also hamper jobs in the creative industry. While all professionals are worried, Microsoft founder Bill Gates has recently listed three professions that are still irreplaceable. In his latest interview with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, the tech billionaire highlighted that coders, biologists, and energy professionals are safe for now.
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Bill Gates on AI job threats
During the interview, Gates pointed out that years down the line, AI will take over for sure. For most things, humans will no longer be needed, he said. At present, expertise remains “rare,” Gates explained, emphasising our continued dependence on human specialists in various fields, such as “a great doctor” or “a great teacher.” However, he noted that “with AI, over the next decade, that will become free, commonplace — great medical advice, great tutoring.”
However, speaking with Fallon, Gates reiterated his belief that certain jobs are unlikely to ever be replaced by AI, pointing out that, for instance, people probably wouldn’t want to watch machines playing baseball. “There will be some things we reserve for ourselves,” he said. “But in terms of making things, moving things, and growing food, over time those will be basically solved problems.”
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He also listed that three professions: Coders, biologists, and energy professionals, are hard to replace for now.
Bill Gates thinks coders, biologists and energy professionals are safe
Coding: Bill Gates believes that those who develop AI systems and write code have job security, as AI, despite its ability to generate code, lacks the adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and precision essential for software development. He emphasised that humans will continue to play a crucial role in debugging, refining, and driving AI advancements forward.
Biologists: Although AI has proven valuable in processing vast datasets and assisting with disease diagnosis, it has yet to master scientific discovery and critical thinking. Gates noted that AI is unable to formulate hypotheses, predicting that biologists will continue to be instrumental in advancing medical knowledge.
Energy: Discussing the energy sector, Gates pointed out that while AI can significantly enhance efficiency, it remains a complex field where human expertise is indispensable. Analytical thinking and decision-making, particularly in crisis management and long-term strategic planning, ensure that humans remain at the forefront.