As of April 2024, AI adoption in US businesses dipped to 4.2%, but is set to rise to 6.6% by fall. Job seekers using AI tools may breeze through applications, yet 30% worry about being replaced, especially women facing higher exposure. McKinsey predicts 400M global jobs lost by 2030, but 120M will retrain. With 77% of firms integrating AI into hiring, striking a balance between tech and human touch is more crucial than ever.