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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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Chasing a record, at the whims of the sea, 2 kayakers paddle around Newfoundland in 49 days | CBC News
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August 27, 2024

Chasing a record, at the whims of the sea, 2 kayakers paddle around Newfoundland in 49 days | CBC News

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Recent bot campaign backing Poilievre shows AI easily accessible for political messaging: report | CBC News
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August 27, 2024

Recent bot campaign backing Poilievre shows AI easily accessible for political messaging: report | CBC News

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August 27, 2024

Like it or not — more of us are bagging our own groceries | CBC News

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Toronto EV driver can't use closest overnight charging station because of permit restrictions | CBC News
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August 27, 2024

Toronto EV driver can’t use closest overnight charging station because of permit restrictions | CBC News

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Canadian wheelchair racer Austin Smeenk wins Paralympic gold in men's T34 800m | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Canadian wheelchair racer Austin Smeenk wins Paralympic gold in men’s T34 800m | CBC Sports

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Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women's S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women’s S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports

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Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports

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Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports

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Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports

Click on the video player above to watch live coverage…

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