Narayana Murthy reacts to being asked how AI will hurt job prospects

In an interview, Narayana Murthy discussed how he thinks AI will impact the tech industry and whether it will hurt job prospects.

Published on: May 17, 2024, 10:12:39 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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Infosys founder NR Narayana Murthy, in an interview, opened up about his opinion on AI replacing and taking over human jobs, especially in the world of coding. According to reports, the tech leader stated that the most powerful "invention" is the “human mind.” He also gave an example of a technology from 1975, “case tools,” which were thought to be the ones that would displace jobs in software development.

Narayana Murthy recently shared his opinion on whether AI will replace coders in the future. (PTI)

“The most powerful instrument ever invented by God is the human mind,” Murthy told Moneycontrol in an interview in Bengaluru.

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“It didn't happen... When that technology of case tools and programme generators were invented, human beings said we want to attack bigger problems, more complex problems and those tools couldn't handle them,” he added.

“AI should be tamed”

Murthy believes that the fear surrounding AI taking over jobs is "overblown," reported the outlet. He added that the discussion should not be on AI replacing jobs but instead on how "this can amplify human labour." He said AI should be welcomed, tamed, and used as an assertive tool.

"I am a confirmed optimist regarding the role of technology in general and specifically in AI. All of this will happen only if we are smart enough to tame that beast and make it an assistive tool," he told Moneycontrol.

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This is not the first time the tech leader has rejected the notion that AI will take over jobs. Earlier this year, speaking at the 67th Foundation Day of the All India Management Association (AIMA), he stated that AI makes life comfortable and humans will always keep technology from taking over. He added that the human mind is "one step" ahead of technology.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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