Duolingo will replace contract workers with AI

undefined 29, 2025

Source: theverge

Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn announced the company will become “AI-first,” phasing out contractors for tasks AI can handle and emphasizing AI use in hiring, reviews, and staffing. The move aims to automate repetitive work, boost creativity, and scale content faster. Von Ahn stressed the shift isn’t about replacing staff but removing bottlenecks to enhance productivity and better serve learners.

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