A former Meta data scientist, Moyan Chen, believes AI is transforming the job market, leading to increased uncertainty and prompting professionals to reconsider career paths. Chen, who was laid off from Meta, found relief in the decision and now advocates for broader skill sets beyond technical expertise.
Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora believes AI's productivity gains will not lead to job cuts but rather enable companies to tackle backlogs and hire more staff with new skill sets. He argues that AI will allow businesses to clear long-delayed product roadmaps and create capacity for innovation, contrasting with other tech leaders who foresee AI reshaping staffing needs.
TCS CEO K Krithivasan rejects the notion that India's IT sector will become obsolete, viewing AI as a catalyst for growth. Despite a 2.4% revenue decline in FY26, the company achieved a record $40.7 billion in total contract value.
