AI, Tariffs, and a New Blue-Collar Workforce The Disappearing Workforce A new Stanford study warns that entry-level jobs are shrinking rapidly due to AI adoption, with a 13% drop in opportunities for young workers since 2022. Roles in administration, accountancy, and customer service — once the foundation for millions of workers starting careers — are being automated away. This creates ripple effects beyond the job market itself. If businesses are employing fewer people, the need for everyday workplace amenities like [read more]