Paper Summary
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People Use AI for Knowledge Work, But Will It Take Our Jobs?
This study analyzes real-world usage of Microsoft Bing Copilot to understand how people utilize generative AI for work activities. The study found that knowledge work activities, such as information gathering and writing, are the most common uses of AI. While showing potential impacts on a wide range of jobs, there are limitations in generalizing to other platforms and quantifying the long-term effects on employment and wages.
Possible Conflicts of Interest
The authors are employed by Microsoft, the company that develops Bing Copilot, the AI system analyzed in the paper.
Identified Weaknesses
Limited to a single AI system
The findings are limited to a single AI system, and may not generalize to other platforms or future AI capabilities.
Inability to distinguish between work and leisure conversations
The study cannot determine if conversations are performed for work or leisure, leading to potential overestimation of work-related use.
The study relies on O*NET data, which may not fully capture the nuances of all occupations and may be outdated.
Difficulty measuring impact magnitude
It is difficult to precisely measure the impact of AI on different work activities solely based on conversation data.
Rating Explanation
Strong research with a large dataset and relevant findings. Limitations regarding generalizability and measuring impact magnitude prevent a perfect score.
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Original Title:
Working with AI: Measuring the Occupational Implications of Generative AI
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August 01, 2025 at 02:20 PM
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