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Major UK Bank: AI Could Replace Thousands of Jobs

Exclusive: A leading British bank has warned that artificial intelligence could replace thousands of jobs, signalling a major shift in the UK's financial employment landscape. Discover which roles are most vulnerable.

Amazon sacks UK drivers, replaces them with AI

Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a

AI Axes 800 Jobs at Mirror & Express Publisher Reach

Britain's largest newspaper publisher, Reach PLC, announces a drastic cost-cutting plan to replace hundreds of editorial roles with artificial intelligence, sparking fears for the future of local and national journalism.

Hinton: AI Profits Will Cause Mass Unemployment

Exclusive: Turing Award winner and 'Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton predicts a dystopian future where corporate AI profits lead to widespread joblessness and soaring inequality, urging for a radical rethinking of society.

Gen X Most Vulnerable to AI Job Displacement, Study Reveals

Exclusive research from Access People shows Generation X faces the highest risk of AI-driven job displacement, with mid-career professionals in finance, law, and tech most vulnerable. Discover why this cohort is disproportionately affected.

EU Shelves Single-Pilot Plane Plans After Safety Report

Ambitious proposals to allow commercial airliners to fly with just one pilot have been shelved by EU regulators. A critical safety report has halted the move, prioritising passenger security over airline cost-cutting ambitions.

Taco Bell Plans AI Drive-Thrus for 1000 Locations

Fast-food giant Taco Bell is aggressively expanding its AI-powered drive-thru technology, with plans to install automated voice ordering systems in 1,000 US locations by 2024, signalling a major shift in the restaurant industry's approach to automation an

Oxford: AI Puts 8 Million UK Jobs at High Risk

Groundbreaking research from Oxford University reveals artificial intelligence could disrupt millions of British jobs, with white-collar professions facing the greatest threat from the AI revolution.

AI Threatens Graduate Jobs and Salaries, Report Warns

A startling new report reveals AI is not just replacing manual jobs but is now targeting graduate-level positions, threatening to suppress starting salaries and increase unemployment among the highly educated.

UK Public's Deep Distrust of AI and ChatGPT Revealed

A new Guardian piece reveals a deepening public distrust of AI like ChatGPT in the UK. Brits aren't just worried about job losses; they fear a fundamental loss of human connection and control. Discover the societal rift emerging as AI becomes ubiquitous.

Half of UK Adults Fear AI Will Take or Alter Their Job

Exclusive polling data uncovers a nation on edge, with 50% of UK workers fearing artificial intelligence will either replace them or significantly change their role. Discover the demographics most at risk and the growing call for government action.

Sleepwalking Into a World Without Human Conversation?

Exclusive analysis reveals how AI and automation are creating a future where genuine human interaction is becoming optional. Discover the profound societal and psychological implications of this silent shift.

Robot Dog Makes First UK Parcel Delivery

In a landmark moment for automation, a Boston Dynamics 'Spot' robot has successfully completed a commercial parcel delivery in the UK. This futuristic trial in Oxfordshire could revolutionise last-mile logistics.

Joyce: AI Risks Aussie Jobs Amid WFH Boom

Former Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce warns that AI advancements could jeopardise Australian jobs, especially with the rise of remote work. Experts weigh in on the risks and potential solutions.

Shoppers reject self-checkout machines

A growing number of shoppers are rejecting self-service tills, sparking debate over automation vs. human interaction in retail. Discover why customers are pushing back.

AI’s Economic Utopia Needs Worker Input

Exploring whether AI can deliver economic prosperity hinges on workers' ability to monitor and shape its implementation. Without oversight, the risks may outweigh the rewards.

60 nations react to Trump's new tariffs

More than 60 countries are scrambling to respond to Donald Trump's latest tariffs, sparking fears of a global trade war and economic instability.

Trump's new tariffs may crush tech industry

Former President Donald Trump has announced a controversial new tariff policy that experts warn could have devastating consequences for the global tech sector.

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