AustriaMeta attempted to replace human employees with AI through its 'Project OT' initiative, aiming to transform its internal structure and reduce workforce costs. However, this strategy has faced significant challenges. Internal documents obtained by Reuters indicate that the plan did not deliver the expected productivity gains, leading CEO Mark Zuckerberg to abandon further rounds of layoffs. The project aimed to reorganize teams under AI-driven oversight but encountered resistance internally and failed to meet performance expectations.
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