Sam's independently founded open question research institution, openresearch, has recently released a massive report on UBI (Universal Basic Income). The report provides valuable insights for establishing income distribution for all citizens in the post-AI era. It thoroughly discusses the effects of UBI on multiple aspects, covering a wide range with great depth.
In terms of employment, the report shows that recipients of unconditional cash assistance are less likely to seek and engage in work compared to the control group participants. Specifically, the recipients are less likely to look for and take up employment. Detailed statistical data and analysis reveal that recipients work an average of 1.3 hours less per week than participants in the control group. This phenomenon has sparked in-depth thinking about the potential impact of UBI on the labor market.
In the health sector, recipients have shown unusual changes. They are more willing to actively seek treatment and check-ups, showing a significant increase in attention to their health. Data indicates that the number of hospitalizations among recipients increased by 26% compared to the control group last year, and the probability of emergency department (ED) visits also increased by 10%. This suggests that unconditional cash has, to some extent, encouraged recipients to take their health issues more seriously and seek better medical services.
In terms of entrepreneurship, recipients have shown remarkable changes. They have shown a strong interest in starting businesses and are more likely to have entrepreneurial thinking. Detailed survey analysis reveals that the likelihood of recipients having business ideas increased by 3% compared to the control group. This data indicates that unconditional cash may provide entrepreneurs with a certain economic foundation and psychological security, thereby stimulating their entrepreneurial enthusiasm and innovative capabilities.
Regarding subjective initiative, unconditional cash has had a positive and significant impact on recipients' future budgeting and planning, pursuit of further education, and interest in entrepreneurship. After receiving cash assistance, recipients are more motivated to plan their future, thinking about how to better use the funds to improve their quality of life and realize personal value. They may consider participating in various training courses, learning new skills, or investing in their own entrepreneurial projects. This enhancement of subjective initiative has a positive driving effect on individual growth and social development.
In terms of population migration, recipients have shown a strong interest in relocating and have taken practical actions to look for new housing. Especially in the last year of the transfer, this trend is more evident. This may be because unconditional cash provides recipients with more economic freedom and choice, allowing them to more comfortably consider changing their living environment and looking for places more suitable for their development. This phenomenon has also sparked thinking about the potential impact of UBI on population mobility and urban development.