According to research from Anthropic, AI is used in about 36 percent of occupations for at least 25 percent of tasks, but only 4 percent of jobs see AI driving three-quarters of their tasks. Most AI implementation focuses on software engineering and creative fields, while jobs involving physical labor are least affected. The study indicates that AI primarily augments human work rather than replacing it, reflecting a cautious adoption of technology across industries. Anthropic's findings provide insights into the socio-economic impact of these technologies, emphasizing ongoing discussions during events like the AI Action Summit in France.
AI is affecting people's jobs, an issue that has prompted numerous studies in recent years and raised thorny socio-political questions about labor costs, wages, and the consequences of automation.
The study found 57 percent of AI use goes towards augmenting human work, and 43 percent automates work.
Only ∼4 percent of occupations exhibit AI usage for at least 75 percent of their tasks, suggesting the potential for deep task-level use in some roles.
About 37 percent of those seeking AI assistance are in software engineering roles, while only 9 percent work in education and library services.
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