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Meta accused of using biased AI targeting for mass layoffs
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TL;DR
- 26 former Meta employees are suing the company.
- They allege Meta used AI tools to target workers on protected leave for layoffs.
- The AI system allegedly failed to exclude employees on parental or medical leave from layoff rankings.
- This resulted in disproportionate selection of employees who took protected leaves.
- The layoffs occurred in May as part of Meta's plan to cut 10% of its staff.
- AI tools mentioned include Metamate and employee-trained AI agents.
- The lawsuit accuses Meta of violating laws preventing termination for taking protected leave.
- Meta spokesperson Tracy Clayton stated the claims lack merit and decisions are people-based.