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Meta laid of thousands to prioritize AI. Former employees say AI was used to fire them.
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- Praise: The discussion highlights the potential for AI to streamline decision-making processes, even if the context is troubling — it raises questions about the future of AI in HR.
- Concern: Using AI to make layoff decisions is a chilling example of how technology can replace human judgment, undermining the argument that AI will free up workers for higher-value tasks.
- Concern: The layoffs are framed as prioritizing AI, but many see it as a convenient excuse to justify job cuts, which feels disingenuous.