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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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Conservative MPs set sights on Carney as poll numbers show shrinking lead over Liberals
Star

February 14, 2025

Conservative MPs set sights on Carney as poll numbers show shrinking lead over Liberals

As political parties gear up for a federal election campaign…

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National, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

February 14, 2025

Ontario party leaders spar over housing in first election debate

The leaders of Ontario’s New Democratic, Liberal and Green parties…

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B.C. Labour Relations Board finds Starbucks made threats against pro-union employee
Star

February 14, 2025

B.C. Labour Relations Board finds Starbucks made threats against pro-union employee

The B.C. Labour Relations Board says Starbucks wrongfully made “threats…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 14, 2025

S&P/TSX composite index down more than 200 points Friday, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index fell more than 200…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 14, 2025

S&P/TSX composite index down more than 200 points Friday, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index fell more than 200…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 14, 2025

S&P/TSX composite index down more than 200 points Friday, U.S. stock markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index fell more than 200…

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A$AP Rocky's lawyer says accuser was the aggressor and lied as assault trial nears end
Star

February 14, 2025

A$AP Rocky’s lawyer says accuser was the aggressor and lied as assault trial nears end

A lawyer defending A$AP Rocky took aim at the hip-hop…

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Automotive, Business, Economy, Manufacturing

February 14, 2025

Auto parts maker Magna warns tariffs would be ‘disruptive’ but prepared to face them

TORONTO — Auto parts maker Magna International Inc. is warning…

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Sports

February 14, 2025

Hot-handed Homan team on a heater heading into Scotties Tournament of Hearts

THUNDER BAY, Ont. — Rachel Homan’s curling team was built…

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