This week saw major shifts in how businesses are using AI agents to change their workforces. Business Insider cut 21% of jobs while moving focus to AI tools, showing how companies are quickly replacing some roles with technology. At the same time, the CEO of Anthropic warned that AI might remove half of entry-level office jobs in five years, though experts disagree on how big the job losses will be.

In the United States, Michigan shared a plan to create 130,000 new jobs by training workers for AI roles, aiming for $70 billion in economic growth. However, a global report found 40% of employers plan to cut jobs where AI can do the work, especially hurting younger workers and those in countries like India where salaries are lower.

Companies like IBM have added jobs in AI-friendly areas, but many new roles are appearing overseas instead of where jobs are lost. Workers may need to learn new skills as 39% of current abilities could become outdated by 2030. The biggest challenge isn’t the technology itself, but getting employees to trust and use AI tools effectively.