Duolingo’s AI Shift Sparks Real Fears About AI Jobs Crisis
Duolingo’s move to replace workers with AI reveals a growing jobs crisis. Learn how AI reshapes employment and threatens creative careers.
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Duolingo’s AI Shift Sparks Real Fears About AI Jobs Crisis Duolingo’s AI Shift Sparks Real Fears About AI Jobs Crisis Is Duolingo causing the AI jobs crisis? Many searching for answers about AI replacing jobs are finding that Duolingo’s recent shift to an “AI-first” strategy paints a clear and concerning picture. The popular language learning platform announced plans to replace many of its contractors with artificial intelligence tools, fueling fears that the AI-driven job disruption isn’t just on the horizon—it’s happening right now. Job seekers, freelancers, and creative professionals are increasingly anxious about the future of work as companies like Duolingo prioritize automation over human talent. Image Credits:Duolingo Industry experts highlight that Duolingo’s move is not an isolated incident. According to journalist Brian Merchant, the company had already begun trimming its contractor workforce as early as late 2023. Initial cuts targeted translators, and by October 2024, freelance writers were also replaced by AI solu…