Survey Shows Men Use AI At Work More Than Women

Emerging Trends In AI And Gender Perspectives

A CNBC SurveyMonkey report on Women at Work indicates differences in how men and women view artificial intelligence in the workplace. According to the survey, 69% of men describe AI as a valuable collaborator, compared with 61% of women. About half of the women surveyed said they have reservations about the technology’s role in professional environments.

Workplace Adoption And Usage Patterns

The survey was conducted between February 10 and February 16 and included 6,330 participants. It was carried out more than three years after the launch of ChatGPT by OpenAI, during a period of rapid growth in workplace AI tools. Many organisations now use technologies such as chatbots, coding assistants and AI-generated media tools. Survey results show differences in adoption patterns between men and women. 64% of women reported never using AI tools at work, compared with 55% of men. Daily use of AI tools is also limited among respondents. Around 14% of men described themselves as daily AI power users, compared with 9% of women.

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Insights From The Executive Suite

Executives across several industries have highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence in enterprise software systems. Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, discussed the topic during the bank’s 2026 investor day. Dimon said that nearly two-thirds of employees at JPMorgan use an internal large language model. He also emphasized the need for ongoing workforce training as AI technologies expand across business operations.

Implications For Career Growth And Economic Impact

Differences in AI adoption could influence career development and training opportunities. Survey results show that 59% of men expressed interest in receiving additional AI training. Responses from women reflected greater caution toward AI adoption. About 42% of women strongly disagreed with the idea that failing to use AI could limit future career opportunities.

Looking Ahead

As artificial intelligence becomes more widely used in business operations, questions about access to training and workplace adoption remain relevant. Sheryl Sandberg, founder of LeanIn.Org and former Meta executive, has warned that lower engagement with AI tools among women could affect long-term workforce participation in technology-driven sectors.

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Societe Generale Bank Cyprus Introduces Four-Day Workweek Under New Labour Agreement

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 9, 2026

The Societe Generale Bank – Cyprus has introduced a four-day workweek for employees during July and August under a renewed collective agreement with the banking union ETYK.

Setting A New Standard For Banking Institutions

Societe Generale Bank Cyprus employs around 100 staff members. The new agreement introduces a reduced working schedule during the summer months as part of the collective contract for 2023–2027.

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ETYK supported the introduction of the four-day schedule during negotiations for the agreement. Other financial institutions, including Bank of Cyprus, Eurobank Ltd, Alpha Bank, National Bank of Greece (Cyprus), the Housing Finance Organization, the Bankers Association representing personnel, KEIDIPES and several insurance subsidiaries, signed separate agreements with ETYK that do not include a four-day workweek.

Key Provisions And Broader Implications

The collective agreement introduces a four-day workweek during July and August. Employees will work their regular daily hours across four days on a rotational basis while banking services continue throughout the week.

Additional provisions in the agreement include several benefits for employees. Staff will receive a one-time bonus of €1,500 upon signing the contract, a three-day increase in annual leave, adjustments to salary scales and higher contractual loan limits.

Comparative Analysis With Industry Peers

The agreement differs from arrangements negotiated between ETYK and the Banking Employers Association. Under those agreements, employees received an additional six days of annual leave. The Societe Generale Bank Cyprus agreement provides a three-day increase, bringing total annual leave to 36 days, excluding public holidays.

The bonus structure also differs. Agreements with the Banking Employers Association include a total bonus of €4,500 paid in three installments in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Societe Generale employees receive a single payment of €1,500.

Looking Forward

ETYK said the introduction of a four-day workweek during the summer months reflects discussions about working conditions in the banking sector. The arrangement may contribute to broader discussions about work schedules and employee benefits within the financial industry in Cyprus.

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