Studies find AI has not caused mass unemployment

The Cryptonomist reviews research suggesting AI's job impact is far milder than doomsday forecasts. US unemployment held between 4.3% and 4.5% through 2025 and the first three quarters of 2026, Anthropic economists found no detectable rise among high-exposure workers, and PwC reported 52% faster headcount growth in exposed industries.

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