By Let’s Data Science
Publication Date: 2026-04-01 17:20:00
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas on April 1, 2026 defended AI-triggered layoffs in a podcast, saying displaced workers can pursue new opportunities. His remarks provoked social media backlash after Oracle announced 30,000 layoffs, prompting Perplexity to cite 16 million U.S. new business applications since December 2022 as evidence disruption creates opportunity. The comments raised reputational concerns for AI firms.
