AI Industry Faces Job Cuts and Ethical Concerns Amid Rapid Growth
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Many workers involved in AI development, especially contractors and data labelers at companies like Google, Meta, and xAI, are being laid off as these companies restructure and shift focus, highlighting the precarious position of those handling the foundational work of AI development amidst increasing investments and industry changes.
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