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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Technology
Jomar Teves

'Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton Warns 2026 Could See Millions of Jobs Replaced

New research reveals a sharp contrast in AI's workplace impact. MIT determined that AI can handle 11.7% of US job tasks, putting over a trillion dollars in wages at risk. (Credit: Pixabay)

Geoffrey Hinton, widely known as the 'Godfather of AI,' has issued a stark warning that 2026 could mark a turning point for human employment as artificial intelligence systems grow capable of replacing millions of jobs.

Speaking in a recent interview, Hinton said the pace of AI development has already surpassed his own expectations. He believes the technology is advancing so rapidly that many roles once thought safe from automation may soon be at risk. According to Geoffrey Hinton's 2026 AI job warning, the most dramatic changes may arrive within the next year rather than decades down the line.

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