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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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Conservatives increase pressure on Boissonnault to resign
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November 18, 2024

Conservatives increase pressure on Boissonnault to resign

Conservatives are ramping up pressure on Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault…

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The world's largest drawing is a love letter to Nigeria
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November 18, 2024

The world’s largest drawing is a love letter to Nigeria

At 1,004.7 square metres — or nearly as big as…

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Doctors met by security as they set up unsanctioned overdose prevention sites at Vancouver Island hospitals
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November 18, 2024

Doctors met by security as they set up unsanctioned overdose prevention sites at Vancouver Island hospitals

Doctors on Vancouver Island say they’re setting up unsanctioned overdose…

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Canada-U.S. border hours to change at 35 ports of entry in new year
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November 18, 2024

Canada-U.S. border hours to change at 35 ports of entry in new year

The Canada Border Services Agency says as of Jan. 6,…

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New survey finds Canadians are feeling anxious about immigration
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November 18, 2024

New survey finds Canadians are feeling anxious about immigration

Canadians are feeling increasingly uneasy about immigration and its role…

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Netflix under pressure to get Beyonce-NFL event right after technical struggles of Paul-Tyson fight
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November 18, 2024

Netflix under pressure to get Beyonce-NFL event right after technical struggles of Paul-Tyson fight

Netflix will host a Beyoncé halftime show as part of…

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Alberta to lift auto insurance rate cap, axe right to sue in crashes: Sources
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November 18, 2024

Alberta to lift auto insurance rate cap, axe right to sue in crashes: Sources

One major reform the UCP will announce soon could slash…

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Ontario Taylor Swift fans 'crushed' after losing thousands of dollars in alleged Eras Tour ticket scam
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November 18, 2024

Ontario Taylor Swift fans ‘crushed’ after losing thousands of dollars in alleged Eras Tour ticket scam

Halton police say 40 people have reported paying a third…

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Roblox unveils new parental controls, limits messaging for users under 13
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November 18, 2024

Roblox unveils new parental controls, limits messaging for users under 13

Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is…

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