AI Automation in 2025: Future Jobs, Ethical Challenges & Global Economic Impact
AI Automation in 2025: Jobs, Ethics, and the Global Economic Shift 1. Introduction The Fourth Industrial Revolution, driven by AI and automation, has transformed the workforce globally. As of 2025, AI is an essential tool for economic development and societal change. The World Economic Forum (WEF) notes that while AI has displaced 85 million jobs globally since 2020, it has also created 97 million new roles by 2025. This paper explores the effects of AI on employment, ethics, and strategies for individuals, businesses, and governments. 2. The AI Revolution: Scale and Scope in 2025 2.1 Key Technologies Driving Change · Generative AI 2.0 : Models like GPT-5 are revolutionizing industries from legal services to creative writing. Example : A London marketing firm replaced 70% of its content team with GPT-5 but hired AI Editors, boosting productivity by 40%. · ...