The AI layoff trap


“WE’RE just replacing lower-value human capital with a different investment capital.” Such remarks from a chief executive officer (CEO) are unfortunately not uncommon today.

Most CEOs in Malaysia run the same calculation – autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents and a downsized human workforce equal bigger profit margins. Individually, it is a rational business decision.

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