Top economist warns Gen Z tech workers could be first to lose jobs to AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the workforce, but its impact is not uniform across all demographics. Goldman Sachs’ senior economist Joseph Briggs has raised concerns about how AI automation is disproportionately affecting younger tech workers, particularly those from Generation Z. These early career professionals often occupy entry-level roles involving repetitive or routine tasks, exactly the kinds of jobs AI can now automate efficiently.