January 16, 2026, 5:56 AM EST. Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang argues that AI will not wipe out work but reshape it. In a recent discussion, Huang said AI can automate repetitive tasks and handle data-heavy workloads, freeing people to focus on higher-value work. He framed the shift as one of task to purpose: technology handles routine chores while humans pursue creative, strategic, or supervisory duties. The result, he said, will be more productivity and new opportunities rather than pervasive unemployment. Still, Huang called for proactive policies and investment in retraining so workers can move into AI-enabled roles. The remarks underscore a broader industry stance that AI is a tool for augmentation, not a door to mass layoffs.
