The Final Offshoring (finaloffshoring.com)

A recent essay titled "The Final Offshoring" posits that the next major shift in labor dynamics will not involve offshoring jobs to low-wage countries but rather a technological displacement driven by AI and robotics. This transition, labeled the "Final Offshoring," promises to reduce the marginal cost of labor significantly, but poses grave risks as current financial systems struggle to adapt to this robotic-driven deflation. The essay forewarns that the inevitable populist backlash may lead to job protectionism, creating societal rifts that could escalate into conflict, especially in nations reliant on remittances. However, the piece also explores a more optimistic outlook where technological advancements benefit all members of society. It suggests that as robotics evolve rapidly, starting a race to deploy this technology could democratize labor and enable a shift in existence where the traditional necessity of work becomes optional. By addressing key challenges in robotics, such as supply chain bottlenecks, and fostering collaborative intelligence, the goal is to navigate this transformation without societal turmoil. Ultimately, the future hinges on how humanity collectively responds to a world where production is fundamentally altered, allowing new questions about work, desire, and meaning to emerge.