Have you seen the latest data on layoffs? It’s disturbing. According to recent numbers, there’s been a 140% spike in layoffs in July. What’s even more concerning is that almost half of these layoffs are connected to AI and ‘technological updates’. This raises some serious questions about the role of technology in our workforce.
Is this a sign of things to come? Are we entering an era where machines are replacing human workers at an alarming rate? The data is unsettling, to say the least. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about the people behind those numbers who are losing their jobs.
The article points to ‘technological updates’ as a major reason for these layoffs. But what does that even mean? Is it just a euphemism for ‘we’re replacing you with AI’? It’s time for some honest conversations about the impact of technology on our job market.
What do you think? Are you worried about the rise of AI and its effect on employment?