The technological spectacle at CES comes just a month after the casino workers union in Las Vegas finalized new contracts for 40,000 members, concluding a contentious battle that underscored the threat of AI to union jobs. Ted Pappageorge, the Culinary Workers Union’s secretary-treasurer, highlighted technology as a pivotal issue in the negotiations, emphasizing the union’s commitment to safeguarding jobs against technological advancements.

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The Culinary Union, in its latest contract, introduced measures to address these concerns. The agreement includes a severance package of $2,000 for each year worked if a job is eliminated due to technology or AI. Workers also have the option to explore opportunities in different departments within the company.

More than 100 union members attended CES 2024 to assess emerging technologies that could potentially jeopardize casino jobs. The show floor featured a plethora of innovations, including delivery robots, robotic masseuses, autonomous barista bots, and AI-powered smart grills capable…