DeepSeek researcher warns AI could wipe out jobs in 10 years — and tech companies should be 'guardians of humanity'

DeepSeek Researcher Warns AI Could Eliminate Most Jobs Within 10-20 Years

A senior researcher from China's AI company DeepSeek warned about the long-term risks of artificial intelligence during a panel at the World Internet Conference in Wuzhen. Chen Deli stated that AI could wipe out most human jobs within the next 10 to 20 years.

"During this period, societal structures will also be greatly challenged," Chen said. "Tech companies should play the role of guardians of humanity, at the very least, protecting human safety, then helping to reshape societal order."

Role of Tech Companies

Chen urged technology firms to act responsibly by safeguarding human safety and contributing to restructuring society as AI continues to advance.

Context and Background

DeepSeek has maintained a low public profile since early 2025.
The CEO, Liang Wenfeng, has not appeared in public since a televised event with China's leader Xi Jinping in February.
Chen shared the panel stage with executives from five other Chinese AI companies known as the "six little dragons," including Alibaba Cloud and Unitree.

Short-Term Positive Outlook

Chen also described the current impact of AI as a positive "honeymoon phase," where AI supports productivity but cannot yet autonomously complete tasks.

"The short-term impact of AI would likely be positive. This is the ‘honeymoon phase,’ when AI cannot independently complete tasks, and people can use AI to boost their productivity," he explained.

Author's summary: DeepSeek's researcher warns that AI could disrupt society and eliminate most jobs within two decades, urging tech firms to safeguard humanity and help reshape social order.

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Insider — 2025-11-10

DeepSeek Researcher Warns AI Could Eliminate Most Jobs Within 10-20 Years

Role of Tech Companies

Context and Background

Short-Term Positive Outlook

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