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Laid-off professionals train AI systems, joining the gig economy

The Wire·March 11, 2026

Experienced white-collar workers, including lawyers and PhDs, who have been laid off are increasingly participating in the gig economy by training AI systems. This shift illustrates how AI-driven layoffs are leading to efficiency gains while simultaneously transforming the workforce into more flexible, leaner structures.