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disruptive

[dis-ruhp-tiv] / dɪsˈrʌp tɪv /


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The potentially disruptive impact of AI was evident again on Friday, after payments company Block—led by Twitter founder Jack Dorsey—said it would shed 40% of its staff in preparation for the AI age.

From The Wall Street Journal

“It could be a very disruptive period for enterprises as well as consumers as well as governments.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Another explanation is that settling with an activist and prioritizing their agenda in the boardroom is inherently disruptive, ultimately weighing down the company’s performance.”

From Barron's

Investor concerns about AI’s disruptive impact on sectors like software are hindering the S&P 500 from breaking 7000.

From Barron's

A spokesperson for Aston Martin said US tariffs had been "extremely disruptive" and demand had also been "extremely subdued" in China, the world's biggest auto market.

From BBC