I Called This in June. October Proved Me Right.
I wrote in June that AI was becoming the new backdoor layoff. Companies would use "AI efficiency gains" as cover for not hiring people back.
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Analysis of workforce reduction trends in technology, examining causes, execution strategies, market impacts, and human consequences. How companies manage layoffs and broader implications for industry employment.
Meta is Cutting 600 AI Roles to Speed Up Decisions
Meta cutting 600 AI roles while hiring for superintelligence. The restructuring signals a shift from research to products—and a clearer vision of what matters.
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AI The New Backdoor Layoff
AI as backdoor layoff: Companies use AI efficiency gains as PR cover for not hiring. Same result, better optics. See the pattern.
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