Jeff Bezos says AI may trigger labor shortages, as US data points to job-market strain

Jeff Bezos said AI is more likely to create labor scarcity and lift living standards, pushing back on fears of mass unemployment. Meanwhile, U.S. figures cited in the report include close to 50,000 announced AI-linked layoffs in 2026 and a 55% drop in hiring for junior developer roles since 2019. Global estimates also indicate 75 million jobs could face automation risk from generative AI.