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Fiverr CEO Warns: ‘AI Is Coming for Our Jobs’
Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman has delivered a candid message to employees, warning that artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workforce and threatening jobs at every level—including his own. This stark outlook reflects broader trends observed across industries as AI adoption accelerates.
AI’s Growing Impact on Employment
Recent data from the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Future of Jobs Report reveals that 40% of employers expect to reduce their workforce where AI can automate tasks, a trend that could affect nearly 50 million U.S. jobs in the coming years. In the U.S., this effect is especially acute in white-collar sectors, with a reported 20% year-over-year drop in job openings for professional services, the lowest since 2013.
Chart: Projected Impact of AI on U.S. Jobs (2025–2030)
| Category | Projected Impact |
|---|---|
| Employers reducing workforce due to AI | 40% |
| U.S. jobs potentially impacted | 50 million |
| White-collar job seekers with no interview (2024) | 40% |
| New jobs created by AI (global, by 2025) | 133 million |
| Jobs displaced by AI (global, by 2025) | 75 million |
Sectors Most at Risk
- Programming & Technology: Up to 40% of programming tasks could be automated by 2040.
- Finance & Legal: Major firms are reducing entry-level hiring as AI handles routine analysis and document review.
- Marketing & Creative: Generative AI is cutting creative and copywriting positions, with companies like Grammarly citing AI as a reason for layoff.
- Administrative Roles: IBM’s CEO estimated AI could replace 7,800 HR jobs, and government agencies are now using AI to streamline administrative tasks.
Workforce Adaptation and Upskilling
Despite the displacement, experts emphasize that the focus should be on upskilling. The World Economic Forum reports that 77% of employers are interested in training staff to work alongside AI, and 47% plan to transition employees from declining roles into new positions. While AI is expected to displace 75 million jobs globally by 2025, it is also projected to create 133 million new roles requiring advanced skills, resulting in a net gain of 58 million jobs worldwide.
Chart: AI’s Dual Impact on Global Jobs by 2025
| Jobs Displaced | Jobs Created | Net Change |
|---|---|---|
| 75 million | 133 million | +58 million |
Conclusion
Kaufman’s warning is a reflection of a new economic reality: AI is no longer just a tool but a transformative force reshaping the very nature of work. Employees are urged to adapt by mastering AI technologies and developing skills that complement automation, as the future workforce will demand greater flexibility and continuous learning.