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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, Ontario/Quebec, Transport

May 11, 2026

Christopher Reynolds

Pearson airport CEO defends current ownership model as feds explore privatization

As talk of privatization swirls, the head of Toronto’s Pearson…

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Despite profound loss, Martin Short's 'happy gene' on display in new documentary
Star

May 11, 2026

Despite profound loss, Martin Short’s ‘happy gene’ on display in new documentary

If there’s a thin line separating laughter and pain, then…

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Health, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario nurses launch constitutional challenge over lack of right to strike

TORONTO — The Ontario Nurses’ Association is launching a constitutional…

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IN PHOTOS | A tulip showcase in Canada's capital
Star

May 11, 2026

IN PHOTOS | A tulip showcase in Canada’s capital

The colourful tulips at Commissioners Park in Ottawa are on…

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Disaster, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

One person dead after fire at downtown Toronto community housing building

TORONTO — Fire officials say one person is dead after…

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National, Prairies/BC, Sports

May 11, 2026

Gemma Karstens-Smith

‘Final touches’ underway at FIFA World Cup venues in Vancouver, Toronto

Hard hats and orange cones have been a frequent sight…

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Health, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

May 11, 2026

Allison Jones

Ontario allowing pharmacists to treat more conditions, administer more vaccines

TORONTO — Ontario pharmacists will soon be allowed to administer…

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Farmers confront rising cost of fertilizer and fuel as spring seeding underway
Star

May 11, 2026

Farmers confront rising cost of fertilizer and fuel as spring seeding underway

Spring seeding is underway, and as farmers spend long hours…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

May 11, 2026

Toddler dies after falling from North York highrise, Toronto police say

TORONTO — Toronto police say a toddler has died after…

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