California Governor Gavin Newsom stressed in a recent report the need to get ready for the next generation of skills needed to succeed in the GenAI economy.
Governor Gavin Newsom of California has emphasised the significance of learning new skills and familiarising oneself with cutting-edge technology in order to stay ahead of the curve in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). It is suggested in the report that Californians should have access to GenAI-related educational and training opportunities, noting:
“To support California’s state government workforce and prepare for the next generation of skills needed to thrive in the GenAI economy, agencies will provide trainings for state government workers to use state-approved GenAI to achieve equitable outcomes.”
It stated that this is deemed necessary in light of the significant employment impact suggested by recent GenAI reports.
Notwithstanding the anticipated productivity gains, the report referenced Goldman Sachs’ prediction that 300 million jobs globally will be impacted by GenAI.
“Therefore, in order to enable workers to engage in the AI economy and generate demand for businesses to locate and hire here in California, the State must lead in providing training and support for workers,” the statement stated.
It also said that higher education establishments and technical schools should be the starting points for GenAI education programmes.
The possible effects of AI on employment in the global economy have been the subject of numerous reports in recent times.
An analysis detailing the jobs most vulnerable to artificial intelligence was released on July 12 by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
The study continues, identifying “high-skill, white collar jobs” as those with the greatest AI exposure. Additionally, the areas that need “non-routine, cognitive tasks such as information ordering, memorization, and perceptual speed” are the ones that are progressing the fastest.