SMRTR AIApr 30, 2025Hacker News

"AI-first" is the new Return To Office

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Tech CEOs are pushing "AI-first" mandates, requiring employees to use AI tools and include AI usage in performance reviews. This trend, started by Shopify's CEO, is spreading despite concerns about its necessity and impact. The approach assumes workers can't judge which tools are useful and may signal insecurity about employee competence.

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