When I consider predictions that AI will completely automate all our jobs, my thoughts turn to Dustydawg83*. Mr. Dawg is someone I know through chess. We have played against each other six times on chess. com, relying solely on the 32 pieces to communicate. Then, on our seventh match, Mr. Dawg sent me a friend request, which I accepted. But what does it mean to have a chess friend?

I wasn't sure then, and I'm still not. Perhaps overwhelmed by societal expectations, both of us have moved on. However, I still remember him, my friend who shared my passion for the Italian opening, as we worry about the possibility of AI taking over our roles. Optimistic about technology, some argue that these concerns are baseless. According to them, throughout history, with every labor-saving innovation, we have had similar fears. Firstly, we destroy the looms. Then, eventually, we embrace them and benefit from the progress they bring.