IrelandA study by Engineers Ireland suggests that approximately 110,000 jobs in Ireland could be at risk from the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly affecting clerical and high-tech workers. The report references research by the Economic and Social Research Institute, estimating that 7% of Irish workers might lose their jobs to automation in the short to medium term. This figure aligns with international estimates ranging between 6% and 7%. Public concern about AI is significant, with two-thirds of respondents being familiar with AI and three-quarters fearing job losses. While some benefits of AI in engineering, such as faster project delivery and sustainable design, are noted, there is currently limited evidence of AI boosting overall productivity or having a major economic impact. Most organizations report minimal gains from AI pilots, and many users spend less than two hours per week utilizing the technology.
Ocena pristranskosti (Sredina): The article presents findings from a professional organization and references multiple studies without overtly favoring any particular political stance. It includes both concerns about job displacement and mentions of potential benefits, while also highlighting public opinion and regulatory calls. S
