By FE Global Desk
Publication Date: 2026-04-01 13:45:00
Aravind Srinivas, the CEO of Perplexity AI, is facing strong criticism after suggesting that people should accept being replaced by Artificial Intelligence, claiming that many don’t enjoy their jobs anyway.
Speaking on the All-In Podcast, Srinivas said the shift in how work is done could lead to a “glorious future.” He said, “The reality is most people don’t enjoy their jobs. There’s suddenly a new possibility, a new opportunity, to use these tools, learn them, and start your own mini business. Even if there is temporary job displacement to deal with, that sort of glorious future is what we should look forward to.”
Responding to the criticism, a spokesperson for Perplexity told The New York Post that since the company launched in December 2022, Americans have filed 16 million new business applications. The spokesperson added that this shows how new technologies can create opportunities rather than eliminate them.
AI-led layoffs
The backlash comes at a time when job losses linked to AI are rising sharply. In 2026 alone, around 85,000 tech jobs have been cut globally due to automation and AI adoption, according to data from Trueup.
Companies are no longer just cutting costs but are restructuring their operations around AI tools. These tools are now handling routine tasks such as coding, customer support, data annotation, and analysis.
Several major companies have already made significant layoffs. Block Inc. cut 4,000 jobs, WiseTech Global…
