HP plans to save millions by laying off thousands, ramping up AI use

AI-driven layoffs, yeah... I'm sure HP's just trying to save a buck, who isn't, right? 🤑 They're not really concerned about the impact on employees, they're just looking for ways to cut costs and boost profits. And honestly, it's easy to see how AI could be used as a scapegoat for layoffs - companies love blaming technology for their own short-sighted decisions.

I mean, think about it, if you lay off 4,000-6,000 people and then claim that AI is the reason why, people are gonna believe you. It's like "oh, we had to automate all those jobs because of AI" when really, it was just a cost-cutting measure.

And what about the experts who say there's limited evidence for widespread AI-driven layoffs? Yeah, sure, but companies don't need proof - they just need a reason to cut costs. And if that means pinning it on AI, then so be it. It's not like we haven't seen this before...
 
I'm seeing so many companies like HP cutting costs with AI... it's like they're trying to outsmart us all. 🤖 But seriously, I think this trend will lead to some big changes in the industry. I mean, 4,000 to 6,000 layoffs? That's a lot of people losing their jobs. And what about the skills that are being lost with AI taking over customer support and other roles? We need to make sure we're preparing our workforce for this new reality.

I'm not convinced that companies are using AI as a scapegoat to cut costs, though. I think it's real. And if HP is really going to accelerate product innovation and improve customer satisfaction with its AI-driven plan, then maybe the layoffs will be worth it in the long run.

But what I do know for sure is that we need to have some open and honest conversations about the impact of AI on our jobs and our economy. We can't just sit back and expect everything to work out on its own. We need to be proactive and make sure everyone has the skills they need to thrive in this new world. 💼
 
I'm getting these major vibes from big corps like HP cutting jobs 🤕. Reminds me of when Apple was firing tons of people back in '07 💸. People were all worried it'd put a dent in the economy, but now AI's just another excuse for companies to slash costs 🤑. I mean, what happened to good old-fashioned employee loyalty? Anyway, Gartner's right, AI won't replace humans completely by 2030, that's for sure 💻. The jobs report from WEF is pretty optimistic, though – who knows, maybe it'll lead to some sweet new opportunities 🚀.
 
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