OECD report warns AI could widen urban-rural economic gap due to uneven job market impacts.

A new OECD report indicates that generative AI will affect job markets unevenly across different regions in OECD countries, potentially increasing the gap between urban and rural areas. While AI can help address labor shortages and boost productivity in cities, it may widen the digital divide in rural regions. The report recommends improving digital infrastructure and literacy, and supporting small businesses to ensure widespread benefits from AI technology.

November 30, 2024
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