The 40 Jobs Most Vulnerable to AI Disruption

There’s a growing concern that artificial intelligence could replace many jobs, sparking fears about widespread unemployment and economic disruption. This fear of AI as a job stealer is alarming and often oversimplifies the reality. In truth, AI is changing work in complex ways while helping in some areas while leaving others mostly untouched.

Artificial intelligence isn’t just a futuristic idea anymore. It’s a practical tool that millions of people use every day. From generating text to organizing schedules, AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot are already changing how work gets done. But while the technology might feel impressive, its impact on jobs isn’t the same across the board.

A study led by Microsoft researchers, published on arXiv, takes a closer look at how AI fits into actual workplace tasks. Instead of just listing job titles, the researchers broke down what people really do on the ...