According to the latest survey, 99% of corporate CEOs anticipate that advancing artificial intelligence (AI) projects will lead to layoffs within the next two years, as companies accelerate the integration of automation into their daily operations. Most executives believe that redesigning workflows around automation offers the greatest return on investment, but they lack confidence in the ability of the workforce to collaborate effectively with technology. Only 32% of respondents believe their current employees can achieve the optimal combination of human and machine capabilities. The trend of large-scale layoffs driven by AI projects is particularly evident in the tech industry. However, there is disagreement within the industry on whether AI significantly boosts productivity. Some experts argue that the impact of 'AI-induced white-collar unemployment' has not been fully validated, while others point out that some companies exaggerate AI's ability to replace jobs for strategic business reasons. From a job structure perspective, young employees are expected to be hit the hardest. Corporate executives anticipate that AI-driven job reductions will primarily affect positions at the early stages of careers, as these roles involve basic, repetitive tasks that are more easily replaceable. Studies over the past year indicate that this impact is already evident, with the job market for individuals aged 22 to 27 under pressure, facing one of the most challenging periods since the pandemic. Many young people feel disillusioned about AI and their career prospects. This concern has spread to a broader employee base, with the proportion of employees reporting feeling good at work in 2026 (44%) lower than in 2024 (66%), largely due to anxiety over AI-driven job displacement. Researchers use the term 'AI replacement dissonance' to describe the persistent unease among employees caused by the anticipation of technological replacement. Overall, as companies drive AI adoption, the ripple effects on the labor market and employee psychology are becoming increasingly apparent.