AI reshapes India IT hiring and South Korea retail

· Politics · India · South Korea

India's biggest IT firms are hiring far fewer fresh graduates as AI changes the skills employers seek, industry experts told CNA, warning this could create a shortage of experienced workers in the future unless companies and universities do more to develop young talent. In South Korea, AI shoppers are getting the first say in the retail race, used to predict buying decisions, fine-tune prices and identify potential flaws in shopping experiences. Both trends show AI's growing role in shaping labor markets and commerce.

Why it matters：AI adoption is reshaping entry-level jobs and consumer pricing across major Asian economies.

Key points

  • Indian IT firms are hiring fewer fresh graduates.
  • Experts warn of a future shortage of experienced workers.
  • South Korean retailers use AI to predict buying and set prices.

Sources (original reporting)

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