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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, Education, National, Politics, Social

January 31, 2025

International study permit data an ‘earthquake’ for Canadian university finances

A dramatic decline in international study permits issued last year…

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Ontario/Quebec

January 31, 2025

Ontario election 2025: Where the party leaders are on Friday, Jan. 31

Here’s where the leaders of Ontario’s main political parties are…

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International health professionals face slow accreditation in Canada
Star

January 31, 2025

International health professionals face slow accreditation in Canada

While different levels of government promise to speed up the…

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The harrowing return to northern Gaza
Star

January 31, 2025

The harrowing return to northern Gaza

After a long awaited ceasefire deal, and with much of…

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It's barely 2025 and Trump's project to overhaul federal civil service is well underway
Star

January 31, 2025

It’s barely 2025 and Trump’s project to overhaul federal civil service is well underway

A 19th-century presidential assassination was a signature event in helping…

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As comedy troupe known for racist jokes set for Hamilton, venues urged to consider how 'harmful ideas' spread
Star

January 31, 2025

As comedy troupe known for racist jokes set for Hamilton, venues urged to consider how ‘harmful ideas’ spread

A comedy troupe known for racist jokes is scheduled forÂ…

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'He's the show': American superstar speed skater Stolz ready to dazzle at hometown oval
Star

January 31, 2025

‘He’s the show’: American superstar speed skater Stolz ready to dazzle at hometown oval

It’s been 20 years since a speed skating World Cup…

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Sports

January 31, 2025

Hopkins, Battaglia power Frontenacs to 9-5 victory over Spirit

SAGINAW — Tyler Hopkins scored three times while Jacob Battaglia…

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Sports

January 31, 2025

Chabot’s overtime goal leads Ottawa Senators past Washington Capitals 5-4

OTTAWA — Thomas Chabot scored in overtime to earn the…

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