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AI Sparks Job Shift: New Opportunities Amid Reductions

3/29/2026

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Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity, said on a recent podcast that AI could both reduce jobs and spur new business opportunities.
He noted many people dislike their jobs and urged individuals to use AI tools to start their own businesses.
As AI reduces workforce sizes, he expects new jobs to emerge from entrepreneurial efforts, with many already pursuing AI-powered side hustles.

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Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity, said on a recent podcast that AI could both reduce jobs and spur new business opportunities.
He noted many people dislike their jobs and urged individuals to use AI tools to start their own businesses.
As AI reduces workforce sizes, he expects new jobs to emerge from entrepreneurial efforts, with many already pursuing AI-powered side hustles.