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Facebook Co-Founder Chris Hughes Warns AI Could Harm Workers—Even If It Doesn’t Entirely Replace Them

Facebook co‑founder Chris Hughes warned that AI will disrupt workers even if it doesn’t fully replace jobs. Speaking at a panel with economist Simon Johnson, Andrew Yang and AI researcher Rumman Chowdhury, Hughes emphasized the welfare of displaced workers and the enduring value of uniquely human traits such as empathy and judgment. He argued that AI‑driven layoffs at firms like Meta, Amazon and Block may be framed as “AI‑washing,” masking broader financial pressures. Analysts estimate AI could account for about 6 % of U.S. job losses, roughly 10 million roles, through 2030.