Amazon Anticipates Laying Off Employees as AI Does More Work
Amazon’s CEO Andy Jassy stated in a recent memo to staff that as AI tools become more efficient, the company will likely reduce the number of traditional roles. He noted that fewer people will be needed for some current roles, while new types of jobs will open up in their place. Jassy explained that generative AI is being used extensively across Amazon’s operations. From logistics to customer service, and product development to backend systems, the technology is becoming deeply embedded in nearly every area of the business. The company, which employs over 1.5 million people globally, is also preparing for…