Workers who want AI training the most are using it the least
AI training access is limited for low-income workers.
A recent analysis by New York Federal Reserve researchers reveals that while workers who desire AI training are often those with lower incomes, they are using AI tools the least. The study highlights a stark disparity in AI adoption rates, with only 15.9% of workers earning less than $50,000 utilizing AI compared to 66.3% of those making over $200,000. This raises concerns about increasing inequities in the labor market as many workers express fears about job security in the face of AI advancements.
Key Takeaways
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Workers earning less than $50,000 have an AI adoption rate of 15.9%, compared to 66.3% for those earning over $200,000.
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Only 16% of employed respondents reported access to AI training from their employers, despite 38% finding it important.
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Employees without AI training would give up an average of 11.4% of their salary for access to it.
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