Policy Brief Launch: Novel AI Technologies and the Future of Work in Malaysia

Rapid advancements in novel AI technologies, particularly generative AI through large language models, have reignited anxieties regarding the future of work. While these technologies hold the promise of boosting productivity, they also carry the risk of displacing workers and deepening labour market inequalities.

In collaboration with the World Bank, ISIS Malaysia’s latest policy brief on Novel AI technologies and the future of work in Malaysia examines the exposure of occupations and workers to generative AI technologies. The brief reveals uneven patterns of exposure among worker demographics and highlights the potential for AI to complement existing workflows. These findings suggest that workers face both significant vulnerability and complementarity potential, and outcomes depend on how labour policies and skills training systems respond.

Join our discussion on policies needed to maximise the benefits of technology diffusion while mitigating potential adverse impacts.