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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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Labour, Ontario/Quebec

February 20, 2025

Tens of thousands of Toronto municipal workers will be in strike position next month

TORONTO — Nearly 30,000 unionized municipal employees in Toronto could…

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Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Music

February 20, 2025

The Tragically Hip’s songs inspire jukebox musical, set for 2026 Hamilton debut

TORONTO — The Tragically Hip’s songbook is getting the jukebox…

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Health, Sports

February 20, 2025

Former midfielder Brandon Servania ready to welcome Toronto FC to D.C. in MLS opener

Deemed surplus to requirements by Toronto FC after last season,…

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Health Canada is again warning people to stop using unauthorized sexual enhancement products
Star

February 20, 2025

Health Canada is again warning people to stop using unauthorized sexual enhancement products

Health Canada is warning people that unauthorized sexual enhancement products…

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Business, Economy

February 20, 2025

Investments rising? It might be time to rebalance your portfolio to mitigate risk

OTTAWA — Seeing your investments rise is always exciting, but…

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Birkenstock sandals aren't art, just footwear, German court says after copycat lawsuit
Star

February 20, 2025

Birkenstock sandals aren’t art, just footwear, German court says after copycat lawsuit

Can Birkenstock sandals be considered art? That’s what Germany’s Federal…

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Manitoba PC leadership candidate alleges there's porn in school libraries
Star

February 20, 2025

Manitoba PC leadership candidate alleges there’s porn in school libraries

A candidate for leadership of the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives said…

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Missouri senior who shot Black teen who rang wrong doorbell dies before sentencing
Star

February 20, 2025

Missouri senior who shot Black teen who rang wrong doorbell dies before sentencing

An 86-year-old Missouri man has died just days after pleading…

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Canada, U.S. ready for 4 Nations final with political tensions high off the ice
Star

February 20, 2025

Canada, U.S. ready for 4 Nations final with political tensions high off the ice

It’s against a tense political backdrop that Canada and the…

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