Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn clarified previous statements regarding the company's 'AI-first' strategy, emphasizing that artificial intelligence is not intended to replace full-time employees. He stated, 'I do not see AI as replacing what our employees do,' aiming to address public concerns about job displacement.
The CEO's clarification came after earlier comments about replacing contract workers with AI and becoming an 'AI-first' company generated backlash. Von Ahn's remarks were an attempt to walk back the perception that AI would lead to widespread layoffs of permanent staff.
This public statement seeks to reassure both employees and the market that AI integration is focused on enhancing productivity and content creation, rather than eliminating existing full-time roles. The company aims to leverage AI to accelerate development and improve learning experiences.
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