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AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI agents lag far behind human workers. Why are tech companies laying off the humans?

AI-related layoffs are in full swing as tech companies invest in artificial intelligence agents they say will take over tasks traditionally done by humans. But a major AI infrastructure and software company says the agents fail to produce professionally acceptable work more than 19 times out of 20, and some analysts say the technology is overhyped and being using as an excuse for laying off workers.

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Canada will add PFAS, which are linked to cancer and other health problems, to toxic substances list
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March 5, 2025

Canada will add PFAS, which are linked to cancer and other health problems, to toxic substances list

The federal government is moving to add PFAS, a class…

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Atlantic, Business, Economy, Politics, Trade

March 5, 2025

Nova Scotia premier pushing for momentum on Canadian free trade

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s premier is hoping to build momentum…

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Business, Economy, National, Ontario/Quebec

March 5, 2025

No compromise on tariffs, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he and Prime…

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PM's intelligence adviser says it's time for Canada to be 'selfish' and protect itself
Star

March 5, 2025

PM’s intelligence adviser says it’s time for Canada to be ‘selfish’ and protect itself

The prime minister’s intelligence and security adviser says it’s time…

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Business, Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Media, Music

March 5, 2025

Electronic producer Deadmau5 sells song and label catalogue in US$55 million deal

TORONTO — Deadmau5 is taking the cheese. The Canadian electronic…

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Sports

March 5, 2025

Canadian lightweight Lucas Bahdi looks to extend unbeaten record at Toronto card

TORONTO — Canadian lightweight boxer (Prince) Lucas Bahdi has bet…

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Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding still trafficking drugs while on the run, prosecutors say
Star

March 5, 2025

Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding still trafficking drugs while on the run, prosecutors say

Canadian former Olympian-turned-fugitive Ryan Wedding remains active in the drug…

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Canada 'ready and able' to join Ukraine peacekeeping force, defence minister says
Star

March 5, 2025

Canada ‘ready and able’ to join Ukraine peacekeeping force, defence minister says

Canada is prepared to contribute troops to Britain and France’s…

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Freeland says she'd invite Carney to be finance minister if she wins Liberal leadership
Star

March 5, 2025

Freeland says she’d invite Carney to be finance minister if she wins Liberal leadership

Liberal leadership hopeful Chrystia Freeland says she wants her rival…

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