ANZ CEO WARNS OF AI RISKS, DOESN'T RULE OUT JOB CUTS

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ANZ Group Holdings CEO Nuno Matos has warned of unpredictable risks associated with artificial intelligence adoption and declined to exclude large-scale job reductions at the bank.

Matos flagged concerns about the evolving technology as ANZ integrates AI into its operations. His comments follow recent alerts from tech leaders including Elon Musk and OpenAI's Sam Altman about AI-related dangers. The CEO acknowledged the bank faces decisions about workforce sizing as it deploys AI capabilities. ANZ has not announced specific job cut targets or timelines. The warning reflects broader industry concerns about AI's impact on employment. Financial institutions globally are evaluating how automation will reshape roles across trading, customer service, and back-office functions. ANZ joins other major banks grappling with balancing technological advancement against workforce stability. The bank has not detailed which divisions may be most affected by potential changes.

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