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I lost everything that made me love my job through Midjourney (old.reddit.com)

674 points by Fraterkes · 1254 days ago · 683 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses the impact of Midjourney on jobs, particularly in creative fields. Although the article text is not available, the comments suggest that the author may have lost their passion for their job due to the capabilities of Midjourney. The comments explore the effects of automation and AI on various industries, including art and manufacturing. The discussion touches on the potential consequences of job displacement and the need for alternative solutions.

Main themes

  • Job displacement due to AI
  • Universal Basic Income
  • Value of human expertise
  • Automation in creative fields
  • Economic instability and inequality
  • Technological progress and its consequences

What commenters say

  • The rise of AI and automation will inevitably lead to job displacement in various industries, including creative fields.
  • Some argue that Universal Basic Income could be a potential solution to mitigate the effects of job loss due to automation.
  • Others believe that UBI is not a sustainable solution and that alternative approaches are needed to address the issue of job displacement.
  • The value of human expertise and craftsmanship may decrease as AI-generated products become more prevalent and affordable.
  • The market will ultimately decide the value of human-created art and products versus AI-generated ones.
  • There are concerns that the increasing use of AI could lead to a loss of unique skills and knowledge, as well as a homogenization of artistic styles.
  • Some argue that the benefits of technological progress, such as increased productivity, have not been equitably distributed, leading to economic instability and inequality.