Romania saves time with AI but workers lack fear; compares trends across EU nations regarding job impact.
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A study indicates Romania is among the first EU countries to save time using artificial intelligence (AI), with employees saving an average of 19 hours monthly; however, most Romanian workers are not afraid of AI replacing them. In contrast, other European nations show varying levels of concern. Austrian specialists view current adoption as a typical transition phase where long-term job effects are not fully realized, while Lithuania is increasingly highlighting the impact of AI on jobs. The National Union Bloc leader suggests Romania’s rudimentary economy and low technological level make its industries less vulnerable to immediate AI replacement, citing a lack of systemic information about AI among workers. In France, employees save an average of 20 hours monthly using AI, though managerial roles express more fear of replacement than general staff. Vulnerable jobs across the mentioned countries are those involving repetitive tasks, such as in IT, retail, automotive, and justice. While high-skilled workers use AI most often, lower-educated workers gain significant time savings due to simpler, repetitive tasks. The perceived value of saved time differs; for some rural workers, it means free time, while for managers, it translates into increased productivity or administrative tasks. Unions in Austria and Spain are advocating for collective bargaining and transparency regarding AI use, demanding human oversight for decisions affecting employees. In Romania, the union leader concludes that these concerns are not currently relevant due to the country’s economic structure.
