Robots will open more doors than they close

In early 19th-century England, the Luddites rebelled against the introduction of machinery in the textile industry. The Luddites' name originates from the mythical tale of a weaver's apprentice called Ned Ludd who, in an act of anger against increasingly dangerous and poor working conditions, supposedly destroyed two knitting machines. Contrary to popular belief, the Luddites were not against technology because they were ignorant or inept at using it (1). In fact, the Luddites were perceptive artisans who cared about their craft, and some even operated machinery. Moreover, they understood the consequences of introducing machinery to their craft and working conditions.