The Times of India · 24 Sep, 06:44 · Technology briefing

“AI is real guys…”: UK-based Indian tech professional says he was laid off after 15 years in IT; 'Years o

A UK-based Indian technology professional has disclosed his redundancy after fifteen years in the IT sector, attributing the job loss to artificial intelligence advancements.

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A UK-based Indian technology professional has disclosed his redundancy after fifteen years in the IT sector, attributing the job loss to artificial intelligence advancements. The individual’s social media post, highlighting the suddenness of the dismissal despite long tenure, has sparked significant discussion regarding workforce stability. This incident underscores the tangible disruption AI is causing within established technology roles, challenging the assumption that experience alone guarantees employment security in an increasingly automated industry landscape.

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