AI Vs human: Who will win?

Imagine spending years mastering graphic design, coding, or data analytics, only to realise that a machine can replicate much of your portfolio in less than thirty seconds. This is the stark reality of the 2026 labour market, where creative professionals and corporate tech experts alike are finding themselves in an existential competition with algorithms.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the most widely discussed technologies in today's world. It is increasingly being used in education, business, research, and everyday life. As our dependence on AI continues to grow, so do concerns about its impact on the labour market.
In the past, companies routinely hired graphic designers, video editors, content writers, and other technology professionals to perform specialised tasks. Today, AI tools can generate logos, graphics, presentation slides, written content, basic code, and data analyses within minutes. As a result, demand for certain entry-level and routine technical jobs is declining. Professionals specialising in graphic design, content creation, logo design, and photo editing are facing increasing competition from AI-powered tools. Platforms such as Claude, Midjourney, and DALL·E can produce designs and digital artwork that previously required human expertise. Similarly, AI is automating many routine tasks in customer service, data processing, and software development.
According to the Future of Jobs Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum, millions of jobs are expected to be displaced by technological change over the coming years, while many new AI-related roles will also be created. Research by Stanford's Human-Centered AI (HAI) and LinkedIn also suggests that workers with AI-related skills, such as prompt engineering and AI analytics, enjoy a significant wage premium.
This has created a new competition between artificial intelligence and the human workforce. However, AI is not a complete replacement for human intelligence. It lacks emotions, ethical judgment, leadership, creativity in complex real-world situations, and the ability to negotiate or make policy decisions independently.
Therefore, rather than viewing AI as a competitor, people should learn how to use it effectively. Mastering prompt writing and AI tools can significantly improve productivity. AI should serve as a powerful assistant that enhances human capabilities, not as a substitute for them.

Fardina Jerin Mim
Department of Sociology
University of Dhaka