A recent Microsoft study, conducted in partnership with OpenAI and LinkedIn, identifies 40 professions at high risk of being replaced by AI, including translators, historians, and customer service representatives.

Concerns about AI's impact on employment are rising, with projections indicating that 1.6 to 3.2 million U.S. jobs could be lost to automation in the next two decades.

Experts predict that up to 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs could be affected within five years if proactive measures are not taken to adapt.

Despite achieving record profits, Microsoft has laid off over 15,000 employees in 2025, raising concerns about the future of employment in the tech industry.

The report provides a clearer understanding of the potential workforce changes due to the advancement of AI technology, emphasizing the need for ongoing research into its societal and economic implications.

To thrive in a future where AI is prevalent, individuals are encouraged to pursue ongoing training in creativity and the supervision of AI systems, as well as develop versatility in their skills.

Experts remain divided on whether AI will create or destroy jobs, with a common agreement that AI will work alongside humans rather than fully replace them.

Despite the risks posed by AI, sectors like healthcare are expected to see growth, particularly in home health and personal care roles, which are less likely to be automated.

Concerns about AI's propensity to generate inaccurate information also pose challenges to its implementation in workplaces.

The education sector, previously considered a stable career choice for Gen Z, is also affected, with certain teaching roles facing high applicability to AI.

Incentives in the CHIPS Act and AI research grants are promoting rapid AI adoption across various industries, despite the lack of federal protections.

The rise of AI could lead to significant social and economic upheaval, echoing historical changes brought about by the industrial revolution.