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4w ago

AI Overhaul of Recruitment Drives Applicant Tsunami and Bias Lawsuit

Employers now rely on algorithms to screen candidates, with AI agents submitting thousands of tailored resumes on behalf of applicants.

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Overview

  • Data from DemandSage shows 99% of Fortune 500 companies deploy AI in their recruitment processes.
  • LinkedIn applications climbed 45% over the past year to about 11,000 submissions per minute, driven by AI tools.
  • Job seekers use ChatGPT to embed keywords and launch automated application bots, creating what recruiters call an “applicant tsunami.”
  • Some employers counter with AI-administered interviews designed to confirm a human is on the other end of each application.
  • A collective lawsuit against Workday’s hiring algorithm alleges age discrimination and could include millions of job seekers.