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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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Business, Economy, Finance, Insurance

February 12, 2025

Intact reports record quarter after increasing rates, sees limited direct tariff risk

TORONTO — Intact Financial Corp. ended last year with its…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 12, 2025

S&P/TSX composite down Wednesday as energy stocks fall, U.S. stocks mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was dragged lower Wednesday…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 12, 2025

S&P/TSX composite down Wednesday as energy stocks fall, U.S. stocks mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was dragged lower Wednesday…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 12, 2025

S&P/TSX composite down Wednesday as energy stocks fall, U.S. stocks mixed

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was dragged lower Wednesday…

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White House actions have 'serious impact on global health:' WHO
Star

February 12, 2025

White House actions have ‘serious impact on global health:’ WHO

A World Health Organization spokesperson said on Tuesday that communication…

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Health, Sports

February 12, 2025

Winner of the Boston Marathon, legendary Canadian runner Jerome Drayton dies at 80

TORONTO — Legendary long-distance runner Jerome Drayton, who won the…

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National, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

February 12, 2025

Ontario Greens unveil platform, pledge to build two million homes and cut taxes

TORONTO — The Green Party of Ontario will build two…

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Privacy commissioner probing massive breach of student information
Star

February 12, 2025

Privacy commissioner probing massive breach of student information

The federal privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into a…

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Ontario/Quebec, Weather

February 12, 2025

Parts of Ontario to see up to 40 cm of snow: Environment Canada

Environment Canada says much of southern Ontario will see heavy…

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