AI poses significant threat to Irish jobs, says report

AI has the potential to generate disinformation and misinformation, deepfakes, or conspiracy theories, with the potential to distort markets, undermine cohesion, or cause political instability. File picture: iStock

Developments in artificial intelligence (AI) pose a significant threat to Irish jobs and could spark political instability, a new report outlining the risks facing Ireland warns.

AI-related dangers are among 25 economic, geopolitical, social, environmental, and technological risks facing Ireland over the short-, medium-, and long-term that are outlined in the National Risk Assessment 2023.