Previously, if someone asked “will a robot take my job?” it was usually done in jest, and conjured images from science fiction films of robots trying to take over the world. But now it’s the subject of much debate, as artificial intelligence is increasingly being incorporated into our everyday lives.

For many, it is no longer a question of “will a robot take my job?” but, “how long before a robot takes my job?”. So far, the charity sector does not appear to have paid it much attention, but fundraising teams need to be aware of the potential challenges, and benefits, of the rise of AI.