Will robots and AI take your job? The economic and political consequences of automation

Robotics and machine learning have improved productivity and enhanced the economies of many nations. Artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced into finance, transportation, defense, and energy management. The internet of things (IoT) is facilitated by high-speed networks and remote sensors to connect people and businesses. Yet amid these possible benefits, there is widespread fear that robots and AI will take jobs and throw millions of people into poverty.