Bill Gates calls for AI tax and job bans to curb future job loss

Gates warned that AI will surpass humans in invention, white‑collar work and even physical labor as humanoid robots become common. He highlighted the risk of misaligned AIs that could no longer be controlled, and suggested that governments create “human‑reserved” jobs and legislate safeguards to protect workers.

Despite the concerns, Gates also noted the benefits of AI, such as cutting NHS waiting lists and accelerating drug discovery. He called for a tax on the extraordinary wealth AI companies will generate, arguing that the revenue could fund safety nets and prevent a decline in government support during the transition.