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Future Workforce: 70% Urban Living, 90M Jobs at Risk

10/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

By 2050, 70% of the global population will live in cities, requiring climate-resilient urban infrastructure.
By 2050, 60% of jobs will require adaptation due to artificial intelligence.
Automation could eliminate 90 million jobs by 2030 and create 170 million new roles, especially in AI development and data management.
The trend requires reskilling, including in Serbia.

History

Historical Context

Since 1950, urbanization has surged, with over half of the global population living in cities by 2007. This trend, driven by industrialization and migration, necessitates sustainable infrastructure as cities like Tokyo and New York face increasing demands. Projections indicate that by 2050, 70% of people will reside in urban areas, highlighting the urgency for climate-resilient designs and reskilling initiatives.

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Story summary

By 2050, 70% of the global population will live in cities, requiring climate-resilient urban infrastructure.
By 2050, 60% of jobs will require adaptation due to artificial intelligence.
Automation could eliminate 90 million jobs by 2030 and create 170 million new roles, especially in AI development and data management.
The trend requires reskilling, including in Serbia.

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