Half of workers worry AI will still take their job — as new report claims use of agents soars 90% in just a year

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• Nearly half of UK workers fear job losses, but agent usage continues to grow
• Workers are also worried about workplace monitoring
• Human oversight remains key, but worker retraining is a must

New data from GMB Union has revealed that nearly half (48%) of UK workers worry AI will take their job amid broader AI rollouts, which could be reducing uptake.