As AI becomes more integrated into the workplace, there's a real risk that it could widen the gender pay gap if companies don't establish clear guidelines and permissions for its use, especially considering that 42% of office workers are already using AI at work, with one-third keeping their usage secret.

The impact of AI on gender pay disparities may vary across sectors, with industries like logistics, utilities, private equity, and creative arts potentially experiencing increased pay gaps between men and women.

On the other hand, sectors such as legal services, the public sector, journalism, and marketing might see the gender pay gap narrow or stabilize as AI adoption progresses.