While AI agents like OpenAI’s Operator promise unparalleled convenience, their rapid rise raises pressing questions about job displacement, human agency, and whether we’re outsourcing more than just our to-do lists.

The rise of AI-driven layoffs at major tech companies like Meta, Salesforce, and Workday highlights a rapidly evolving job market where automation is no longer a distant threat but a present reality, forcing workers to compete not just with each other—but with AI itself.

In a move signaling fierce competition in the social media realm, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, unveiled its latest app, Threads, on Wednesday, positioning it as a direct adversary to Twitter.