However, recent research found that when job seekers use AI during the process, applicants are less likely to be hired. Many companies now use AI to ask the questions, but that hasn’t made the process any less subjective. Pushing backEmployers are embracing the technology — one estimate projects the market for recruiting technology will grow to $3.1 billion by the end of this year. A recent executive order signed by President Donald Trump threatens to undermine state-level AI regulations. Looper now worries about those who haven’t yet learned how to navigate a new hiring process in which catering to artificial intelligence is a crucial skill.

Source: CNN December 21, 2025 09:43 UTC