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Hans India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Sam Altman: Gen-Z Graduates Entering 'Luckiest Time in History' Despite AI Job Shake-Up
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman believes that young people stepping into the workforce today are entering the 'best time in history' to start their careers, even as artificial intelligence reshapes the global job market. Speaking on Cleo Abram's Huge If True podcast, Altman said that if he were graduating now, 'I would feel like the luckiest kid in all of history.' His optimism comes amid growing concerns that AI could displace significant numbers of jobs, particularly at the entry level. Altman acknowledged that 'some classes of jobs will totally go away,' but stressed that younger workers are generally more adaptable than older generations. 'I'm more worried about what it means, not for the 22-year-old, but for the 62-year-old that doesn't want to go retrain or reskill or whatever the politicians call it,' he explained. One of the reasons for Altman's confidence is the power of new AI tools, such as OpenAI's latest model, GPT-5. He envisions a future where a single person could launch a billion-dollar business and develop groundbreaking products without the massive teams once considered essential. This, he says, creates unparalleled opportunities for experimentation, rapid innovation, and entrepreneurship. Still, Altman did not shy away from acknowledging risks. He admitted that predictions suggesting 'half of the entry-level white-collar workforce will be replaced by AI' in the next five years might prove accurate. However, he is equally confident that 'completely new, exciting, super well-paid, super interesting jobs' will emerge—roles that don't even exist yet. He even imagined a future where graduates take on missions to explore the solar system. Altman noted that technological revolutions have transformed work many times before, and society has always adapted. While older workers may find the pace of change daunting, he believes younger generations are more prepared to learn new skills when required. However, he admitted the rapid acceleration of AI makes it 'very hard to imagine' what the next decade might look like. The conversation also touched on the growing difficulty of distinguishing real from AI-generated content. Altman pointed out that society has long moved away from consuming purely unedited media. Even everyday smartphone photos are now subtly altered by AI tools. 'The threshold for how real does it have to be to consider to be real will just keep moving—media is always a little bit real and a little bit not real,' he said. Meanwhile, the job market presents a mixed picture. According to a report by Fortune, research from Goldman Sachs chief economist Jan Hatzius suggests that the 'safety premium' of a university degree has nearly disappeared. Employment consultancy Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported a sharp rise in job cuts in July 2025, with almost half linked to AI and other 'technological updates.' Altman's message to today's graduates is clear: embrace the change, harness the tools at hand, and seize the unprecedented opportunities this AI-driven era offers.
India Today
5 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
Sam Altman says Gen-Z graduates today are luckiest in history amid AI job fears
OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, thinks young people starting their careers today have a huge advantage, even though AI is expected to change the job market in big ways. Speaking to Cleo Abram on her 'Huge If True' podcast, Altman said that if he were graduating from university right now, 'I would feel like the luckiest kid in all of history.' Many people are worried that AI will lead to massive job losses, and Altman admitted that 'some classes of jobs will totally go away.' But he believes young people are better at adjusting to change than older workers. 'I'm more worried about what it means, not for the 22-year-old, but for the 62-year-old that doesn't want to go retrain or reskill or whatever the politicians call it,' he said in the podcast, as per Fortune's optimism comes from the possibilities offered by powerful tools like OpenAI's latest model, GPT-5. He spoke about a future where one person could start a billion-dollar company and create amazing products without needing the large teams that were once necessary. This, he says, gives young people the chance to try new ideas, build quickly, and innovate like never before. Still, he did not ignore the dangers. He said predictions that 'half of the entry-level white-collar workforce will be replaced by AI' within five years could be true. Even so, he believes new roles will appear, 'completely new, exciting, super well-paid, super interesting jobs', and even imagined graduates going on missions to explore the solar system in the pointed out that big changes in work have happened many times before, and society has always found ways to cope. Younger people, he thinks, are especially ready to learn new skills when the world changes. But he also admitted that the speed of AI's progress makes it 'very hard to imagine' what the next decade will look like. The report further mentions that research from Goldman Sachs chief economist Jan Hatzius shows the 'safety premium' of a university degree has almost disappeared. The job market for recent graduates has weakened, even though the wider economy looks strong. In July 2025, job cuts rose sharply, with almost half caused by AI and 'technological updates,' according to employment consultancy firm Challenger, Gray and the podcast, Altman and Abram also talked about the challenge of knowing what is real in a world full of AI-made content. Altman noted that society has slowly moved away from completely unedited media, with even phone photos now altered by AI. 'The threshold for how real does it have to be to consider to be real will just keep moving media is always a little bit real and a little bit not real,' he said.- Ends
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
‘Gen-Z are luckiest kids in history': Sam Altman shares insights as AI kills jobs, says worried about 62-year-olds
Amid growing concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries by taking away several jobs, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared his insights on the issue. Speaking on the Huge If True podcast with host Cleo Abram, Altman described Generation Z as 'the luckiest kids in all of history'. When asked whether AI might lead to widespread job loss, Altman dismissed the concern as part of a recurring cycle and that he is more concerned about 62-year-olds than young people. 'This always happens, and young people are the best at adapting to this. I'm more worried about what it means, not for the 22-year-old, but for the 62-year-old that doesn't want to go retrain or reskill or whatever the politicians call it,' he said. Altman said he believes the AI era will empower young innovators and enable them to bring ideas to life with better speed and ease. He also emphasised that Gen Z is particularly well-positioned to thrive in this shifting landscape. Recently, Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer at Google X, shared a different outlook on the shift in jobs due to AI. In a statement, Gawdat warned that AI could lead to the collapse of the middle class and usher in a period of deep societal disruption. 'The next 15 years will be hell before we get to heaven. Unless you're in the top 0.1 per cent, you're a peasant. There is no middle class,' Gawdat said, predicting that white-collar professions such as software developers, CEOs, and even podcasters will be heavily affected. 'AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) is going to get better at everything than humans, at everything, including being a CEO. The one thing they don't think of is that AI will replace them, too.' AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton, known as the 'godfather of AI,' recently stated that advanced AI systems could soon develop their own language.
NDTV
a day ago
- Business
- NDTV
As AI Kills Jobs, Sam Altman Says Gen Z Are The 'Luckiest' Kids In History
Amid fears that artificial intelligence (AI) is taking jobs from people, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has claimed that Gen Z, short for Generation Z, are the luckiest kids in history, owing to the rise of technology. As per a Fortune report, Mr Altman made the bold claim whilst hinting at a future where "some classes of jobs will totally go away'. "I would feel like the luckiest kid in all of history," Mr Altman told the host Cleo Abram on the Huge If True podcast. Quizzed if AI would potentially cause job displacement, Mr Altman shrugged it off, saying it was a cyclical process. "This always happens, and young people are the best at adapting to this. I'm more worried about what it means, not for the 22-year-old, but for the 62-year-old that doesn't want to go retrain or reskill or whatever the politicians call it." The OpenAI CEO said the AI era will empower young creators, allowing them to bring ideas to life quickly, adding that young people will adapt better to this. 'AI to take away jobs' While Mr Altman takes an optimistic view of the future, a former Google top executive recently said that AI could disrupt society as the technology eats away jobs, rendering the middle class non-existent. Mo Gawdat, who left Google X as its chief business officer in 2018, said the 'hell' will begin as early as 2027 as AI eliminates white-collar jobs, with no one spared, including software developers, CEOs, and podcasters. "The next 15 years will be hell before we get to heaven," said Mr Gawdat, adding that AI will trigger 'social unrest' as people still come to terms with losing their livelihoods and sense of purpose. "Unless you're in the top 0.1 per cent, you're a peasant. There is no middle class," he predicted. "AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) is going to get better at everything than humans, at everything, including being a CEO. The one thing they don't think of is AI will replace them, too." Previously, Geoffrey Hinton, regarded by many as the 'godfather of AI', stated that the technology could soon develop its own language, making it impossible for humans to track the machines.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
OpenAI CEO calls Gen Z 'luckiest kids' but has a warning for 60 year olds when AI...
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed he's more concerned about older workers than younger ones as artificial intelligence reshapes the job market, citing age-related differences in adaptability to technological change. "I'm more worried about what it means, not for the 22-year-old, but for the 62-year-old that doesn't want to go retrain or reskill," Altman said, while conversing in "Huge If True" podcast. His comments came while discussing AI's potential to displace workers across industries. The CEO acknowledged that "some classes of jobs will totally go away" and predicted "half of the entry-level white-collar workforce will be replaced by AI" within five years. However, he expressed confidence that younger workers would navigate these changes more successfully. Young workers better positioned for AI job market shift Altman called current college graduates the "luckiest kids in all of history," arguing that powerful AI tools like GPT-5 will enable unprecedented entrepreneurial opportunities. He believes individuals will soon build billion-dollar companies that previously required "teams of hundreds." "This always happens, and young people are the best at adapting to this," Altman explained, referencing historical patterns of technological disruption and workforce adaptation . The OpenAI chief anticipates entirely new career paths emerging, suggesting future graduates might pursue roles that seem unimaginable today, including space exploration missions. Older workers face greater AI adaptation challenges Altman's age-focused concern reflects broader workforce trends showing generational divides in technology adoption. His comments suggest that workers approaching retirement may find AI transitions more difficult than digital natives entering the job market. Despite acknowledging the disruptive potential, Altman emphasized that society has proven "quite resilient" to technological shifts throughout history. Altman's tactical advice remains consistent across age groups: "Just using the tools really helps." He urges workers of all ages to integrate AI beyond basic searches, emphasizing that hands-on experience will be crucial for navigating the coming transformation. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
