[Smlr_net] Robots Will Take Jobs, but Not as Fast as Some Fear, New Report Says

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Title: Robots Will Take Jobs, but Not as Fast as Some Fear, New Report Says *Author: Steve Lohr*

*Source:* The New York Times

*Date:* January 12, 2017

*Summary:* Progress in automation is slower than some forecasts suggest. According to a study by the McKinsey Global Institute, technological possibilities are only one piece of the automation puzzle—economics, labor markets, regulations, and social attitudes all affect how technology is adopted.

*Link: *http://nyti.ms/2ikmAFu

Diana Floegel

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