Bill Gates suggests taxing robots to support the economy in the AI era
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates believes that in the context of the rapid development of artificial intelligence, companies that use robots to replace human labor should pay taxes for automated activities. Gates argues that this will help ensure financial stability and support the economy in the face of increased unemployment, which may be affected by the latest technologies.
Source Minfin
Gates emphasizes that if a robot performs work for which a person traditionally pays taxes, it should be subject to similar financial obligations. This is intended to compensate for the problems arising from the introduction of automation, and the funds collected are proposed to be used for social needs, such as support for pensioners, people with disabilities, and education. Automation is projected to significantly reduce the number of jobs, particularly in areas where simple functions are performed that can be easily automated.
