Ole Lehmann: AI is already slashing hiring, with some teams cut by 50%
MattGarciaEth · x · 2026-09-12
Ole Lehmann pushes back on the "AI won't replace jobs" narrative: everyone he knows with employees is hiring far less, some cutting teams by 50% or more. He argues slow adoption is why big effects aren't visible yet, and expects turbulent times ahead even if society adapts long term.
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