Companies rushed in on AI. Now some are pulling back

The Guardian

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026

Companies rushed in on AI. Now some are pulling back

More than 112,000 job cut announcements in the US so far in 2026 have mentioned AI, making it a top reason for layoffs, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas.

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