Artificial intelligence’s rapid integration is reshaping the higher education and labor landscape. A St. Louis Fed study finds AI adoption correlates with rising unemployment in sectors like computing, even as experienced employees benefit. Universities are incorporating AI tools into curricula, and student use of AI is rising, prompting calls for ethical guidance. Industry leaders like Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella actively utilize AI productivity tools, while companies such as Salesforce are cutting jobs as AI automates customer service. These changes highlight challenges and opportunities AI presents for education and employment.