Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas calls AI job losses arguable
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Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity AI, stirred up controversy after saying on a podcast that job losses from artificial intelligence (AI) are arguable because many people dislike their jobs anyway.
He suggested this could actually open doors for people to start their own businesses with the help of AI tools, hinting at a glorious future.
Backlash over Perplexity CEO Srinivas's comments
Srinivas's comments didn't sit well with many, who felt he overlooked how tough losing a job can be.
Social media was quick to point out that switching from a steady paycheck to entrepreneurship isn't easy for most.
With overall tech layoffs linked to AI jumping 51% this year (over 33,000 jobs lost), many are worried about what these changes really mean for job security.