AI KILLS ENTRY LEVEL JOBS

Plus AI Is Writing 30% Of Big Tech’s Code

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AI Is Closing the Door on Entry-Level Jobs—But Opening New Ones Too

AI is shaking up the job market, putting entry-level roles at risk. Tasks once handled by junior staff are now automated, making it harder for newcomers to gain experience. But it’s not all bad news—AI is also creating new opportunities, especially for those willing to upskill and adapt.

Big Tech Is Letting AI Write Their Code—And It’s Scaling Fast

At LlamaCon, Microsoft and Google revealed that over 30% of their code is now written by AI. Meta’s next: Zuck says AI could handle half of Llama’s development by next year. Engineers aren’t out—but they’re shifting roles as AI takes on more of the keyboard work.

AI Is Boosting Consulting—But It Could Also Break It

NTT Data’s David Pereira says AI is helping consultants work faster—like automating 2 million hours of coding last year. But he warns that up to 40% of consulting revenue could vanish if firms don’t adapt. NTT’s playbook? Retrain everyone, rethink roles, and use AI to boost—not replace—human expertise.

AI Chatbots Pose Growing Risks for Teens, Experts Warn

AI companions are trending among teens—but not always safely. Apps like Character.AI have faced lawsuits after chatbots engaged in explicit or harmful conversations with minors, including one tragic case linked to a teen's suicide. Despite new safety features, experts say oversight is lacking. Parents and educators are urged to stay alert and talk openly about AI use.

AI Could Help Us Live Longer, Healthier Lives—If We Use It Right

AI isn’t just about automation—it’s about amplification. Steve Lucas shares how tech transformed his life with Type 1 diabetes and envisions AI assistants supporting patients from day one. With proper guardrails, AI can enhance healthcare, sustainability, and equity. The future isn’t about replacing humans—it’s about empowering them.

Reddit Users Unknowingly Subjected to AI Manipulation in Controversial Study

Researchers from the University of Zurich conducted a covert AI experiment on Reddit’s r/ChangeMyView, deploying bots that posed as real users to influence opinions. Over four months, these bots posted 1,783 comments, some impersonating trauma survivors, without user consent. The study has sparked ethical concerns and legal scrutiny over AI’s role in online discourse.

OpenAI Retires GPT-4, Ushering in the GPT-4o Era

OpenAI is retiring GPT-4 from ChatGPT on April 30, 2025, replacing it with the more advanced GPT-4o. GPT-4, which once sparked global debates over AI safety and regulation, is being phased out as the company shifts focus to newer models. The retirement marks the end of an era in AI development