AI Cited As Top Cause Of Layoffs In April
Artificial intelligence was cited as the top cause of layoffs in April, responsible for 26% of job cuts. Company closures ranked second, followed by cost-cutting measures. AI's impact is primarily affecting white-collar jobs, a shift from previous automation cycles that predominantly impacted blue-collar workers. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics noted these layoffs in professional and business services. The specific number of layoffs or the full scope of the report was not detailed in the broadcast.
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KNX Los Angeles
“In April, AI is cited as the top cause of layoffs, responsible for 26% of them. Company closures came in second, then cost-cutting.”
1010 WINS NYC
“We have new numbers tonight when it comes to layoffs that came about due to artificial intelligence. In April, AI is cited as the top cause of...”
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