More Americans worry tech will take their job, poll finds
According to new Gallup polling, 27% of US workers worry that technology will render their jobs obsolete.
A recent Gallup poll reveals that an increasing number of Americans are apprehensive about artificial intelligence (AI) potentially replacing their jobs. The survey indicates that 27% of US workers are now concerned that technology will make their positions obsolete, marking a significant rise. Among the most worried are younger workers, with 34% of individuals aged 18 to 44 expressing fear of job displacement due to technology.
This age group is currently the most concerned about AI-related job loss, making it the primary job-related worry for workers under 45.
Interestingly, the share of workers who are anxious about reduced benefits, layoffs, lower wages, and reduced working hours has remained constant over the years. Despite this, there have been efforts in Washington to tackle the challenges posed by AI in the job market. However, policymakers have not yet reached a consensus on a unified solution. Some studies suggest that AI may ultimately lead to the creation of new jobs, providing a potential counterbalance to the concerns expressed by workers.
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