OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says AI is unlikely to cause a “jobs apocalypse,” despite ongoing reports from major employers about roles being affected by automation. Both outlets note that several global companies have publicly described how AI tools are being used to replace or reduce parts of certain job functions within their organizations. The businesses referenced include HSBC, Amazon, Standard Chartered, and CBA. While these employers acknowledge changes in specific roles, Altman’s position is that the overall impact on employment is not expected to be uniformly catastrophic. The reports frame the discussion around how companies are adopting AI in the workplace while the broader debate continues about job displacement versus transformation. Altman’s comments emphasize that the trajectory of employment is shaped by how AI is deployed and managed, rather than guaranteeing widespread, total job loss across economies. The articles do not provide detailed figures on net job gains or losses, focusing instead on employers’ announcements and Altman’s assessment of the likely employment outcome.