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AI creates new jobs in over half of UK firms - study

Artificial intelligence has created new jobs in more than half of UK firms, according to a study by British bank Lloyds, even as fears about its impact on employment grow.

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Artificial intelligence has created new jobs in more than half of UK firms, according to a study by British bank Lloyds, even as fears about its impact on employment grow.
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    AI creates new jobs in over half of UK firms - study

    Artificial intelligence has created new jobs in more than half of UK firms, according to a study by British bank Lloyds, even as fears about its impact on employment grow.

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