AI set to create 12 million new jobs by 2025.
Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) will create 12 million new jobs worldwide by the end of 2025, according to a recent report. These new jobs will result from the rapid growth in the generative AI market and the ongoing effects of AI on the broader digital economy.
The whitepaper, titled ‘Navigating the Economic Landscape of Data Centers’ was created by Khazna Data Centres in conjunction with Whiteshield. It explores the link between the current AI surge and the data centre industry, providing an in-depth analysis based on expert insights and industry statistics.
The global generative AI market is currently valued at £52.8 billion ($67 billion) but is projected to reach £1 trillion ($1.3 trillion) over the next decade. This growth will be driven by the increasing adoption of AI applications across various industries and businesses, which will increase the demand for AI-purposed software, hardware, and infrastructure.
Increasing adoption of AI is causing a rapid increase in demand for data centre capacity and services. Because of this, global expansion of data centres will require higher employment levels to manage the planning, construction, and operation of new or expanded data centre facilities, which will contribute to growth in employment opportunities.
Senior Director of Strategy and Planning at Khazna, Johan Nilerud, noted data centres play a critical role in powering the next wave of digital transformation.
“This report not only highlights the direct economic and employment impact of data centre investment but also underscores the essential foundation that data centre infrastructure provides for societal benefits, such as upskilling the workforce, fueling cross-sectoral growth, and powering innovation,” added Nilerud.
According to the Khazna report, AI workloads currently account for more than 20% of global data centre capacity. It illustrates the need for a resilient digital infrastructure to harness the transformative potential of AI while maintaining a robust labor market.
“Investing in robust data centre infrastructure is not just about technological advancement; it is a strategic catalyst for economic prosperity and job creation,” added Philippe Nahas, Partner at Whiteshield.
