In today's episode, we delve into a significant development in the tech industry from China, where workers are engaging with a new initiative called Colleague Skill. This program encourages employees to train AI agents to replicate their skills and personalities, leading to concerns about job security and the ethical implications of digital doubles. As tech workers navigate this complex landscape, they are sparking a broader conversation about the role of AI in the workplace and society at large.

- Overview of the Colleague Skill initiative and its implications.
- Concerns raised by tech workers regarding AI replacing jobs.
- The cultural shift in the workplace as AI capabilities advance.
- Ethical considerations of creating digital versions of employees.
- The potential global impact of this trend on the workforce.

## Sources:

1. [Chinese tech workers are starting to train their AI doubles–and pushing back](https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/04/20/1136149/chinese-tech-workers-ai-colleagues/)
Source: technologyreview.com

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