PYMNTS.com December 11, 2023
The AFL-CIO and Microsoft have teamed to explore workers’ input into artificial intelligence (AI) development.
The partnership is the first of its kind between a labor union and a tech company to focus on AI, per a Monday (Dec. 11) news release.
According to the release, the collaboration has three goals: to share information among labor leaders and workers on AI technology trends, to get worker input and expertise on AI development, and to help shape public policy that supports frontline workers’ skills and needs.
“This partnership reflects a recognition of the critical role workers play in the development, deployment and regulation of AI and related technologies,” said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler.
“The labor movement looks forward to partnering with...