Microsoft: AI drives rift between UK bosses and employees

A Microsoft survey of 5,000 UK employees and 1,000 bosses found 84% of leaders are confident the UK can lead in AI, while only 41% of workers agree. Some 35% of employees say AI has reduced their job security and 57% say it hurts young people's prospects, though 71% report a positive impact on their work.

• 84% of leaders vs 41% of employees believe the UK can lead in AI
• 35% of workers say AI has reduced their job security
• 71% of employees report a positive impact of AI on their work
• UK AI adoption rose from 35.6% to 43.7% by Q2 2026