Brief

The author criticizes the New Zealand government's decision to cut 8,700 public sector jobs and rely on AI to manage the shortfall, deeming it an incompetent and unworkable solution. This move, alongside other budget cuts, is seen as a reduction in the government's capacity to function. The author draws a parallel to the tech industry, suggesting a broader societal trend of valuing incompetence over competence, which they view as an attack on the very concept of competence. AI

An open letter urges New Zealand to adopt AI in ways that augment the workforce rather than displace it. The focus should be on creating new job opportunities and supporting existing employees through AI integration. This approach aims to foster a more collaborative relationship between humans and artificial intelligence in the workplace. AI