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2. I've heard speculation that some announcements about cuts due to AI might be hype by companies looking for a PR boost.

Thu Jun 4, 2026, 08:37 AM

19 hrs ago

And that the real reason for cuts is not AI, but wanting to turn a negative story into a positive one by claiming credit for AI use.

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