Just in time for Labour Day, China makes it illegal to fire humans if AI takes their jobs

Theregister | 04-05-2026 01:36pm |

A Chinese court has issued a ruling that prohibits employers from terminating human employees in favor of artificial intelligence. This decision comes as part of a broader effort to protect jobs amid the increasing integration of AI technologies in the workforce. The ruling highlights the legal implications of automation and aims to ensure that human workers are not displaced by advancements in AI. This development coincides with Labour Day, emphasizing the importance of labor rights in the face of technological change.

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