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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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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 2, 2025

Ontario’s police watchdog investigating after man found dead inside Scarborough home

TORONTO — Ontario’s police watchdog is investigating after the death…

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Angie Stone, Grammy-nominated R&B singer, dead at 63
Star

March 1, 2025

Angie Stone, Grammy-nominated R&B singer, dead at 63

The singer-songwriter created hits like No More Rain (In This…

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National

March 1, 2025

Trudeau off to security summit in London as Trump’s Ukraine comments rile Europeans

LONDON, Ont. — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelled to London…

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Ontario/Quebec, Politics

March 1, 2025

Ontario Liberal Party executive council votes to support Crombie as leader

The Ontario Liberal Party says its executive council has unanimously…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 1, 2025

Two men charged with second-degree murder in death of 16-year-old: Toronto police

Toronto police say two men have been charged with second-degree…

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David Johansen, New York Dolls and Buster Pointdexter singer, dead at 75
Star

March 1, 2025

David Johansen, New York Dolls and Buster Pointdexter singer, dead at 75

Johansen’s death ends a unique career as a quintessential New…

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Sports

March 1, 2025

Maple Leafs sign forward Borya Valis to three-year, entry-level contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Borya…

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After 11 election wins, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is retiring
Star

March 1, 2025

After 11 election wins, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is retiring

“It’s a tough decision, but it’s been a decision that…

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Israel says it agrees to U.S. plan for extending 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire
Star

March 1, 2025

Israel says it agrees to U.S. plan for extending 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem earlier on Saturday said the group…

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