AI & Enterprise
U.S. companies step up hiring after AI-driven pullback
U.S. companies that had avoided hiring because of economic uncertainty and expectations that AI could cover more work are changing course. The Wall Street Journal reported that firms including rail operator CSX and Google parent Alphabet have outlined plans to expand hiring to meet growth goals and pursue opportunities in new technologies. Executives cited AI-related costs and limits, while some companies are seeking to rehire after layoffs.