Swiss employees less protected from AI risks than in the EU

In Switzerland, artificial intelligence (AI) is already being used to boost companies' profits and productivity. However, employees face fewer protections from the associated risks compared to other European countries. Artificial intelligence (AI) makes it possible to work more productively, save costs and increase earnings. This is according to several reports and surveys. In a recent survey by the consultancy EY, 81% of the managers in Switzerland who took part in the survey said they had successfully used AI to save costs and increase profits. This percentage puts Switzerland in the lead in Europe when it comes to transforming work through AI, according to EY. The survey also shows that Swiss workers are among the least worried about losing their jobs to AI. But can workers really sleep soundly and not worry about the risks of AI? Algorithm Watch CH highlighted some shortcomings of the Swiss legal system and the protection of employees from the effects of AI in areas such as ...