It is estimated that almost a quarter of businesses are using automated or AI-driven tools in hiring and recruiting, among other hiring practices. The adoption of AI in hiring was particularly fueled by the pandemic, which saw employers forced to rapidly change their hiring practices to find alternatives to in-person interviews and assessments, meaning many turned to online solutions.

Not only are these tools more convenient and offer greater flexibility for both employers and candidates, but they can also reduce the time to fill open positions, improve candidate experience, and have the potential to increase diversity by reducing human biases. However, there have been several instances of algorithmic recruitment tools being misused or designed and developed without the appropriate safeguards, resulting in high-profile scandals and even lawsuits being filed.