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Databricks CEO: AI will soon make SaaS irrelevant
The Wire·February 11, 2026
The CEO of Databricks stated that while SaaS is not dead, AI advancements will soon render traditional SaaS models obsolete. This signals a shift towards AI-native companies that operate with leaner teams and higher automation, reducing the need for large employee bases. The post-employee economy is emerging as AI replaces many roles previously filled by humans.