Artem Sokolov on Why Robots Will Strengthen Work, Not Replace It
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Artem Sokolov, CEO of Humanoid, argues that robots will strengthen work rather than replace it, citing historical examples of technological advancements creating new jobs. As labor shortages intensify globally, automation is becoming essential infrastructure across industries.
The future of work is marked by a growing shortage of people to perform jobs, not a scarcity of jobs. Artem Sokolov, CEO of Humanoid, believes automation is essential for keeping critical systems functioning. Historically, technological breakthroughs have triggered predictions of widespread unemployment, but long-term data shows unemployment rates remain relatively stable. The agricultural sector is a prime example, where mechanization reduced the workforce from 70% to 2% between the 1800s and 2000. As automation becomes foundational infrastructure, tens of millions of jobs may be displaced, but an even larger number of new roles will be created. Labor shortages are intensifying globally, with the US facing a shortfall of 1.5 million workers in 2024 and Europe experiencing similar shortages.
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