TechnologyJuly 9, 2026
advent
/ˈædvɛnt/
Definition
The arrival or beginning of a notable person, thing, or event, especially one that signifies a shift in history.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'adventus,' meaning 'arrival' or 'approach.' It entered Middle English through Old French and originally referred specifically to the liturgical season preceding Christmas.
In the news
The article uses the word to describe the introduction of the automobile to illustrate that new technologies often transform, rather than destroy, existing industries. This helps frame the argument that AI will similarly evolve the labor market rather than causing a doomsday scenario.
Why Big Tech is postponing the AI jobs doomsday
Read the full article ↗Competitive Enterprise Institute