American computer manufacturer IBM will create 1,800 artificial intelligence ( AI ) jobs in France over the next two years as it looks to bolster its presence in the country . While the technology will undoubtedly eliminate some roles, some have predicted that it could create more jobs in place of those. Revealed during the recent Tech for Good summit , hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron , IBM 's plans also include a hiring initiative , working with public and private partners to create local competitiveness hubs , with projects already under way in Lille and Strasbourg , and launching its ' new collar ' vocational training programme , aimed at creating roles in areas like AI , networking and computer security .
American computer manufacturer IBM will create 1,800 artificial intelligence ( AI ) jobs in France over the next two years as it looks to bolster its presence in the country . Revealed during the recent Tech for Good summit , hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron , IBM 's plans also include a hiring initiative , working with public and private partners to create local competitiveness hubs , with projects already under way in Lille and Strasbourg , and launching its ' new collar ' vocational training programme , aimed at creating roles in areas like AI , networking and computer security .