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What is 'productivity gain'?
Productivity gain refers to an increase in the efficiency of work, meaning more output is achieved with the same or less input. When AI helps employees complete tasks faster, that's a productivity gain. The discussion in the story is about whether these gains should lead to more work, or potentially more leisure time for staff.
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