Which jobs are most under threat from artificial intelligence?

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, artificial intelligence has transformed how many workers go about their jobs on a daily basis. AI developments are certainly exciting to many people, but there’s also a lot of nervousness out there, due to the inevitability that AI-based automation will end up replacing some parts of human work in a lot of fields.

In January 2024, the IMF issued a cautionary report titled AI Will Transform the Global Economy. Let’s Make Sure It Benefits Humanity. It suggested that 40% of jobs worldwide will be impacted by AI, a figure that could reach 60% in more advanced economies.

Are some of those jobs at risk? What about creative fields? What about jobs that require human interaction, like teaching? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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