Generative AI commoditizes digital work

The author argues that generative AI is rapidly commoditizing digital work, eliminating traditional moats and driving down the cost of software, services, and white-collar labor. As AI tools lower barriers to entry, thousands of entrepreneurs will build competing applications, triggering severe price competition and revenue drops across industries like SaaS and professional services. According to the analysis, this widespread productivity explosion will ultimately benefit consumers through lower prices, but it threatens the status and margins of businesses and employees alike. Open article →