Computerworld December 12, 2023
In a first-of-its-kind move, Microsoft has partnered with the largest union group in the US to educate workers and ensure the inclusion of their viewpoint in the policy development.
Microsoft has partnered with the AFL-CIO — the largest US union group, representing 60 unions and 12.5 million workers — to explore how AI will impact workers amid growing concerns about job losses with the rising adoption of the technology.
The collaboration was formed to share in-depth information on AI technology trends with labor leaders and workers and obtain their perspective on the development of AI to help shape public policy that supports the technology skills and needs of frontline workers.
“By working directly with labor leaders, we can help ensure...