"The Institute for Public Policy Research warns that the great unwashed are increasingly worried about AI, now perceived as one of the biggest global risks to humanity, alongside climate change and the threat of war."
"Forrester recently forecast that 6.1 percent of jobs in the US could be wiped out by 2030, equating to 10.4 million people being laid off."
"Governments must stand ready to both protect people from the risks of AI and deliberately steer any transformation towards delivering public value, the IPPR says, but there has been little sign of this so far."
The UK government faces public backlash against AI, with citizens concerned about job losses and risks associated with the technology. The Institute for Public Policy Research warns that AI is perceived as a major global risk, alongside climate change. Forecasts predict significant job losses due to AI automation, with millions potentially affected. The UK government has committed to integrating AI into public services and local life, but there is a lack of efforts to protect citizens from AI risks and demonstrate its benefits effectively.
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