# Men are more likely to consult AI for a pay raise New research reveals a gender gap in AI usage. - **Source:** [Fast Company](https://www.fastcompany.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Topic:** [Career Growth](https://brifing.si/c/growth) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/3253ca79-dae1-4f63-944b-f3cf77714559 ## AI and Career Decisions A new study shows that men are more likely than women to consult AI for salary increases and hiring processes. This highlights clear gender differences in technology adoption trends. ## Women's Skeptical Approach Research findings indicate that women are more cautious about AI tools and use them less in career decisions. This skepticism may stem from concerns about the technology's potential biases. ## AI's Role in the Workplace Artificial intelligence is increasingly used in salary negotiations and hiring processes. However, unequal adoption across genders risks creating new disparities in the professional world. ## Equity in Technology Access The gender gap in AI tool usage may be linked to inequalities in technology access and education. Women's lower trust in these tools could cause them to miss career opportunities. ## Employers' Responsibility Companies should develop training and support programs to ensure all employees can use AI tools fairly. This way, everyone can equally benefit from technological advancements. ## Future Implications As AI's role in career decisions grows, closing this gender gap becomes crucial. Otherwise, technological progress may deepen existing inequalities. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.fastcompany.com/91577494/men-are-more-likely-to-consult-ai-for-a-pay-bump — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._