Recent college graduates are facing a sharp increase in unemployment, now at 5.8%, as companies adopt artificial intelligence to replace entry-level positions. The trend is particularly pronounced in technical fields like finance and computer science, raising concerns about the future job market for young workers.

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, warns of a looming white-collar job crisis as AI technology rapidly advances, potentially leading to mass unemployment. He emphasizes the need for greater public awareness and proactive measures to mitigate the impacts of automation on the workforce, urging transparency from AI companies and policymakers.