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AI could handle $4.5 trillion in U.S. work tasks today, report finds

by Todd Humber January 15, 2026

written by Todd Humber January 15, 2026

Artificial intelligence is reshaping workplaces faster than previously projected and now has the potential to affect 93 per cent of jobs, according to new research from Cognizant. The consulting firm's "New Work, New World 2026" report found AI could handle $4.5 trillion worth of work tasks across t...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

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