A new study shows that since the release of ChatGPT, generative AI has significantly affected the freelance market, especially in roles that are easily automated. The study, reported by the Harvard Business Review, analyzed 1.4 million job listings posted on a major freelance platform from July 2021 to July 2023. The research found that compared to labor-intensive jobs, the demand for 'automation-prone' positions decreased by an average of 21% after the launch of ChatGPT.

The freelance market is experiencing a surge of interest from artificial intelligence experts. The number of jobs related to generative artificial intelligence has increased by nearly 250%. Freelancers are actively seeking collaboration opportunities in the AI field. Skills in artificial intelligence will become critical in the future freelance market. Learning AI skills will bring career opportunities and competitive advantages.