February 20, 2026 Sam Altman thinks AI is being unduly blamed for layoffs BY Pavithra Mohan As major employers have slashed jobs over the past year, many have cited artificial intelligence or automation to justify the cuts. AI was referenced in nearly 55,000 layoffs in 2025, according to outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas—and the … Continue reading Sam Altman thinks AI is being unduly blamed for layoffs