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Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya warns that artificial intelligence will eliminate 30% of jobs within five years. He urges workers to adapt quickly to avoid being left behind.
A Pew Research survey of 42,151 people across 37 countries reveals that a majority view AI as a threat to jobs, income equality, and daily life. Concerns are highest in rapidly developing economies.
Monday.com announced layoffs this week, citing AI as a factor. The company joins over 20 tech firms — including Google, Microsoft, and Amazon — that have blamed AI for job cuts in 2026, fueling debate about automation's impact on employment.
OpenAI announced Project Camellia in Effingham County, Georgia, with commitments to responsible energy use, community investment, job creation, and providing developers access to Codex, an AI tool that accelerates coding by suggesting lines of code as they type.
Webflow shares how AI tools are augmenting their security team's work rather than replacing human experts. The shift is making cybersecurity more effective and efficient for companies of all sizes, with AI handling routine tasks and humans focusing on complex threats.
A joint report from Nobel Prize-winning economists and top tech executives warns that AI is poised to automate jobs in creative and knowledge sectors, urging proactive policies such as universal basic income and retraining programs to prevent widespread economic disruption.
Microsoft laid off 4,800 employees, 2.1% of its global workforce, focusing on Xbox and sales teams. This is part of a broader trend of job cuts as AI adoption grows.
The market for junior programmers has been devastated by AI tools that automate most basic coding tasks. Companies no longer see the value in hiring entry-level developers because they can achieve similar output with a senior engineer plus an AI assistant.
A new report finds that "high-intensity AI adopters" saw total headcount rise 10.2%, with entry-level roles growing 12% — challenging claims that AI eliminates junior jobs.
OpenAI's new report maps how AI will reshape jobs across the EU, identifying which roles may be automated or enhanced. The findings highlight both challenges and opportunities for workers.
Ford is bringing back 350 quality inspectors after AI tools failed to capture their expertise or train new employees effectively. This highlights the challenges of replacing human knowledge with automation in complex fields.
Stockholm-based Fika Jobs has raised $4 million to build a video-first hiring platform that combines AI interview agents with short-form video profiles, creating a cross between LinkedIn and TikTok for job applications.
Microsoft AI head Mustafa Suleyman walked back his earlier statement about AI automating jobs done by white-collar workers. He now says AI will help these workers complete tasks, rather than do their jobs entirely.
OpenAI has introduced the Economic Research Exchange to explore how AI affects jobs, productivity, and the economy. Researchers can now apply to participate in selected projects.
Microsoft's AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman believes superintelligent AI is approaching but reassures that it won't replace human jobs. He emphasizes AI as a tool to augment human capabilities rather than replace them.
OpenAI has broken ground on a massive 1GW data center in Michigan as part of the Stargate initiative. The project aims to build AI infrastructure, create thousands of jobs, and support local communities through economic investment and workforce development.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, now believes AI won't cause the massive job losses he once predicted. He says AI will create new opportunities instead. This shift in perspective is significant for workers and businesses alike.
A new report suggests AI is replacing entry-level jobs faster than expected, particularly in finance and customer service. Recent graduates may need to adapt quickly to stay competitive.
A new study from the New York Fed analyzes job postings to detect early signs of AI's impact on employment. The findings suggest shifts in demand for certain skills, with some roles growing while others decline.
Cloudflare laid off 1,100 employees, blaming AI for making many support roles unnecessary. The company's revenue hit a record high, showing AI's dual impact on jobs and profits.