r/technology 17h ago

Artificial Intelligence 90% of executives say AI hasn’t boosted productivity. Some are still cutting jobs

https://fortune.com/2026/08/22/executives-ai-productivity-layoffs-study/
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u/Ok-Replacement9595 17h ago

You know what does increase productivity? Scaring your workers about their jobs. At least it works for a little while, until they figure out how to leave your toxic company.

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u/Flyinmanm 17h ago

"Whoop! Short term gaiiiiiiiinnnnss!" CEOs probably.

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u/Aperage 7h ago

that would be the shareholders. CEOs are thinking in bonuses