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Bookmark: AI Firm’s ‘Stop Hiring Humans’ Billboard Campaign Sparks Outrage

In a provocative move, AI startup Artisan has launched a billboard campaign in San Francisco urging businesses to “Stop Hiring Humans.” As tech companies grapple with the future of work, CEO Jaspar Carmichael-Jack acknowledges the dystopian nature of the message, reflecting Silicon Valley’s bold approach to AI and societal change. The original article from SFGate delves into this bold advertising strategy and its implications for the job market.

Here’s a quote from the article that encapsulates its central theme: “It is Carmichael-Jackson’s admission that his billboards are ‘dystopian’—just like the product he’s selling—that gets to the heart of what is so fucked up about the whole thing. It’s obvious that Silicon Valley’s code monkeys now embrace a fatalistic bent of history towards the Bladerunner-style hellscape their market imperatives are driving us.” This statement highlights the tension between technological advancement and its perceived impact on societal norms and employment.

AI Firm’s ‘Stop Hiring Humans’ Billboard Campaign Sparks Outrage


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Visionary leader driving digital transformation across higher education and Fortune 500 companies. Pioneered AI integration at Emory University, including GenAI and AI agents, while spearheading faculty information systems and student entrepreneurship initiatives. Led crisis management during pandemic, transitioning 200+ courses online and revitalizing continuing education through AI-driven improvements. Designed, built, and launched the Emory Center for Innovation. Combines Ph.D. in Philosophy with deep tech expertise to navigate ethical implications of emerging technologies. International experience includes DAAD fellowship in Germany. Proven track record in thought leadership, workforce development, and driving profitability in diverse sectors.

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