AI Job Apocalypse? CEOs Warn of Imminent Disruption

Top executives at major US companies like Amazon, IBM, Salesforce, and JPMorgan Chase are warning employees that AI poses a significant threat to their jobs. While widespread AI-driven layoffs haven't materialized yet, the technology is transforming roles in programming, marketing, and customer service. CEOs are under pressure to demonstrate AI adoption, leading to potentially alarmist predictions that create uncertainty for workers. Some CEOs fear job losses if they don't deliver AI-driven business gains within two years. Economists see limited evidence of widespread job displacement, but the increasing use of AI tools is undeniable, raising concerns about future impacts on the job market.