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technology7 hours ago•4 min saved

Anthropic Unveils Real-Time AI Disruption Gauge, Ranks Programmers Most At Risk

Anthropic economists unveil 'Observed Exposure', a real-time AI-disruption gauge that blends Claude usage with AI-possible tasks to forecast labor-market impact. Their early findings rank computer programmers, customer service reps, data entry keyers, medical record specialists, and market research analysts as the most exposed; yet actual usage of Claude is far from matching theoretical capability (only about 33% of Computer & Math tasks covered). The researchers caution many jobs can't be done by AI—from courtroom arguments to farming—while aiming to spot vulnerable roles via the Anthropic Economic Index. They also note workers in the most exposed fields tend to be older, female, more educated, and higher-paid.

via Business Insider|

#ai #anthropic #claude

economy8 months ago•2 min saved

2024's Most Common Job Across U.S. States

In 2024, the most common jobs across US states are predominantly in the service sector, with Fast Food Workers leading in 15 states, followed by Retail Sales & Cashiers, Home Health Aides, and Operations Managers & Specialists, reflecting regional economic trends and demographic shifts.

via Visual Capitalist|

#2024 #economy #labor-market

health2 years ago•3 min saved

CDC Identifies High-Risk Industries for Deadly Drug Overdoses

A new analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that manual labor jobs, such as construction and extraction work, have the highest risk of drug overdose deaths. The study found that construction workers had the highest rate of drug overdose deaths, followed by restaurant and food service workers and personal care workers. The researchers suggest that these occupations may be more prone to injuries, chronic pain, and job insecurity, leading to a higher likelihood of opioid addiction and illicit drug use. The study highlights the disproportionate burden of the drug overdose crisis on certain sectors of the US workforce.

via Daily Mail|

#cdc #construction-workers #drug-overdoses

business2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unlocking the Value: MBA Pay Across Occupations and Industries"

MBA graduates from top business schools such as Harvard and Stanford can expect high starting salaries, with some earning over $200,000 in base and bonus during their first year. However, pay does not always align with school rankings, as graduates from lower-ranked schools like NYU Stern and Cornell can still earn competitive salaries. The choice of occupation also plays a role, with Stanford GSB graduates earning the highest starting packages in General Management and Finance, while Northwestern Kellogg is known for Marketing. Consulting offers the highest immediate payout, with many top programs offering starting salaries of $150,000 or more. The data on MBA pay by occupation and industry can help applicants understand which fields are emphasized by different schools and negotiate better salaries.

via Poets&Quants|

#business #business-school #industries