The headline numbers are the strongest in months, but the data beneath them describe two different labor markets running in parallel — and which one you are in determines your career risk profile this quarter.
India deploys AI more than any other country, yet has nearly the lowest density of true power users—and Anthropic’s March 2026 Economic Index just quantified what that gap is costing every founder who hasn’t noticed.
Executives believe 76% of employees are excited about AI adoption, but only 31% actually are—a dangerous perception gap that signals deeper leadership disconnection.
Navigate AI adoption challenges including data quality issues, skill gaps, integration complexity, change management resistance, and establishing ROI measurement frameworks.
