China asks government bodies to reduce job losses caused by AI

China's State Council has called on government bodies to take measures to reduce job losses caused by the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The guidance is contained in guidelines released this Friday (23) on AI and the job market.

The guidelines also propose to expand the positive effects of technology on employment, such as the creation of new job opportunities and the improvement of professional conditions.

The text also provides rules for the use of AI in human resources management and measures to combat illegal practices arising from the misuse of algorithms, such as discrimination, fraud in selection processes and privacy violations.