What if AI isn't just transforming the future, but actively redefining your career right now? Join us, as we unravel the seismic shifts AI is bringing to the job market, exploring how industries are being reshaped today, not tomorrow. We'll dissect the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 and reveal the surprising opportunities arising in AI, automation, and sustainability. This episode reveals a roadmap to thriving in a landscape where 39% of workplace skills will be different by 2030.
Let's not forget to celebrate a local highlight, AI Ready RVA's Power of Possibility Launch Party, showcasing how communities can embrace and flourish in an AI-driven world.
Whether you're eager to secure your future in a transforming job market or just curious about the AI revolution, this episode is packed with insights to fuel your journey.
Want to join a community of AI learners and enthusiasts? AI Ready RVA is leading the conversation and is rapidly rising as a hub for AI in the Richmond Region. Become a member and support our AI literacy initiatives.
Episode Transcript
Welcome to the Singularity Report, the pulse of
AI innovation brought to you byInspire AI, your go-to source
for the latest in artificialintelligence and the future of
technology in the GreaterRichmond region.
Ai is evolving faster than ever, reshaping industries,
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redefining jobs andrevolutionizing the way we think
about innovation In thissegment.
We cut through the noise tobring you the most important
breakthroughs, trends andinsights so that you can stay
ahead of the curve.
The Singularity isn't just aconcept it's unfolding in real
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time.
Welcome to the first edition ofthe.
Singularity isn't just aconcept it's unfolding in real
time.
Welcome to the first edition ofthe Singularity Report.
So what is this SingularityReport stuff?
Let's break it down.
At the heart of the SingularityReport, we explore how AI is
shaping our future, acceleratinginnovation, redefining
industries and transforming theway we work and live.
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This aligns perfectly with themission of AI Ready RBA, which
is an organization dedicated toensuring that individuals and
businesses in the greaterRichmond region are prepared for
the AI-driven future.
Ai Ready RBA isn't just abouteducation.
It's about access, empowermentand opportunity.
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As AI reshapes the job marketand business landscape.
Communities that embrace thistransformation will thrive,
while those that don't riskbeing left behind.
That's why AI Ready RVA iscommitted to AI literacy,
offering education, workshopsand partnerships to help people
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navigate and leverage AI forcareer growth and business
success.
By sharing AI insights, newsand real-world applications,
we're equipping our listeners,business leaders, entrepreneurs
and professionals with theknowledge and tools they need to
stay ahead.
Ai isn't just for tech giants,it's for everyone and it should
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remain that way, and, throughthe Singularity Report, we're
making sure that knowledge isaccessible, actionable and
impactful.
So, whether you're looking tofuture-proof your career
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no-transcript Remember this.
The singularity isn't just aconcept, it's happening.
Now.
I'm your host, jason McGinty.
Let's get started.
Today we'll explore how AI isreshaping the job market and
highlight an exciting localevent AI Ready RVA's the Power
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of Possibility Launch Party.
So first let's talk about someof the more intriguing forces of
AI and automation reshaping theway we view the job market.
Today, we're diving into theWorld Economic Forum's freshly
released Future of Jobs Report2025, breaking down how the job
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market is evolving and what itcould mean for you.
Let's start with the bigpicture.
By 2030, we're looking at 170million new jobs emerging across
industries, while 92 millionroles will disappear.
That's a net gain of 78 millionjobs fueled by AI automation.
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Net gain of 78 million jobsfueled by AI, automation,
sustainability and shiftingglobal demands.
What's the good news?
The workforce is expanding.
And what's the challenge?
Well, staying ahead of thechange.
So where are the biggestopportunities?
Ai and data continue todominate, with roles like
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machine learning engineers, bigdata specialists and fintech
experts topping the charts.
But it's not just about tech.
Demand is also surging in greenenergy, healthcare and
infrastructure, meaning jobs inconstruction, sustainability and
logistics are likely here toautomation.
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Clerical work, administrativeroles and job entry jobs are
shrinking as AI takes overrepetitive tasks.
If you're in these fields, nowis the time to pivot and upskill
.
And speaking of skills,employers expect 39% of key
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workplace skills to change by2030.
What does that mean?
It means AI and data literacywill be non-negotiable across
industries.
But it's not just about techCreative problem solving,
adaptability and resilience arejust as critical.
What's the takeaway?
If you want to stay ahead,upskilling and reskilling aren't
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optional.
They're the future of careersecurity.
The workforce is shifting andthose who embrace AI and
continuous learning will be theones leading the way.
In Richmond, we're witnessing asurge in demand for AI-related
positions.
Companies are seekingprofessionals skilled in machine
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learning, data analysis and AIethics.
To stay competitive, it'scrucial for job seekers to
upskill and for the businessesto invest in training programs
that foster AI literacy.
I plan to be a part of thatchange.
How about you?
Okay, now let's turn tosomething more positive and fun.
Ai Ready RBAs the Power ofPossibility launch event.
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On February 19th, from 6 pm to9 pm, ai Ready RVA is hosting
the Power of Possibility AIReady RVA's launch party and
expo in the Dewey GottwaldCenter, at the Science Museum of
Virginia, in the Dewey GottwaldCenter, at the Science Museum
of Virginia.
You can get your ticket atAIReadyRVAcom forward slash
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power, but time is running out.
So why the power of possibility?
This event, presented by Markeland various other sponsors, is
a celebration of what's possiblewhen innovation meets community
.
The launch party aims to bringtogether tech visionaries,
educators, industry leaders andcurious minds to explore the
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future of AI in Richmond.
Attendees can expect engagingdiscussions, networking
opportunities and insights intohow AI can drive economic growth
and innovation in our region.
Ai Ready RBA's mission is tocultivate AI literacy in the
greater Richmond region throughawareness, community engagement,
education and advocacy.
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By participating in events likethis, we can collectively
harness the power of AI andcommunity to create a better
tomorrow for everyone.
As an attendee, expect livedemos, expert panels, hands-on
exhibits and powerfuldiscussions on AI's real-world
applications.
More importantly, this event isabout inclusion making sure AI
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isn't just for Silicon Valleybut is accessible to all
communities, all businesses andall professionals.
In Richmond, ai Ready RVA'smission is simple to make AI
education and resourcesaccessible to everyone.
Through awareness, educationand advocacy, we are ensuring
that Richmond is AI ready,career ready and future ready.
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And by attending this launchevent, you're not just learning,
you're becoming part of amovement to shape the future of
AI in our region.
So if you want to be at theforefront of AI education, this
is your moment.
Head on over to AIReadyRVAcom.
Forward, slash power toregister and join the
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conversation.
The future of AI isn't justabout technology.
It's about community innovationand possibility, and that is
the power of possibility.
Okay, rva, that's all for thisedition of the Singularity
Report.
Stay tuned for more insights aswe decode the future of work,
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ai and innovation.
And remember the singularityisn't coming, it's already here.
Don't forget to subscribe andshare this podcast with fellow
AI enthusiasts, friends, family.
Until next time, stay curiousand keep innovating.
Thank you.
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