The Digital Press

An analysis of U.S. labor market data since the release of ChatGPT finds no significant disruption or acceleration in occupational changes attributable to AI over the past 33 months. While AI adoption is growing, its impact on employment patterns so far mirrors historical technological shifts rather than causing unprecedented upheaval.

Why it matters: Despite widespread anxiety, AI has not yet caused major job losses or shifts across the entire labor market.

The big picture: Technological disruptions typically unfold over decades, so early AI effects are expected to be gradual, not immediate.

The stakes: Incomplete data on AI usage limits understanding of its true labor market impact, highlighting the need for transparent, comprehensive metrics.

Commenters say: Many express skepticism about the data’s ability to capture real-world job losses and note anecdotal cases of AI replacing workers, while others warn against overhyping AI’s immediate threat.