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AI Threatens 12% of U.S. Workforce, Warns Khan

2/12/2026

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  • Salman Khan, CEO of Khan Academy, warns AI advancements could cause significant job losses, especially in white-collar roles.
  • He says a 10% reduction in white-collar jobs could feel like a depression.
  • Recent research suggests AI could replace 12% of the U.S. workforce by 2025.
  • Unemployment stands at 4.3%, with early AI layoffs, including 4,000 at Salesforce.