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KLARNA AI CUTS JOBS: PAY INCREASE FOR REMAINING EMPLOYEES
In a surprising turn of events, Klarna, one of the world’s leading fintech companies, has announced that it will be cutting thousands of jobs due to the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. Despite this, the company has promised a significant pay increase for the remaining employees to compensate for the changes.
According to a statement released by Klarna, the move is aimed at streamlining operations and ensuring the company’s long-term success. The layoffs are expected to affect a significant proportion of the company’s workforce, with estimates suggesting that up to 20% of staff will be let go.
However, in a move that is likely to be greeted with relief by many of the remaining employees, Klarna has announced that those who remain with the company will receive a substantial pay increase. This is in recognition of the changes that the AI technology will bring to their roles and the need for a competitive salary to attract and retain the best talent.
"We are always looking for ways to improve our operations and invest in the future of our company," said Sebastian Siemiatkowski, CEO of Klarna. "The introduction of AI technology is a major step forward in this process, and we believe it will help us to become even more efficient and competitive in the market. While it may mean that some roles become redundant, we are committed to supporting those affected and providing a fair settlement package."
The news is likely to be seen as a mixed blessing by many in the fintech industry, with some companies already starting to explore the potential of AI technology to streamline their operations. However, others may be concerned about the impact of widespread job cuts on the industry as a whole.
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Klarna: AI lets us cut thousands of jobs – but pay more
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You mean Klarna the predatory lending company?
There should be a windfall tax imposed on companies that replace humans with AI for profit. The state through welfare ends up picking up the tab otherwise.