China Makes AI-Driven Layoffs Illegal as Global Job Cuts Hit 61,000 in 2026

TLDR: China courts ruled AI adoption is a voluntary business decision, not grounds for legal termination of workers. Over 61,000 workers lost jobs to AI-related cuts globally in just the first four months of 2026 alone. Amazon, Block, and Meta are among firms cutting headcount to redirect savings toward AI infrastructure spending. Economists warn of [...]

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