obsolescence
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AI is reshaping entire industries, prompting fears of lost jobs and human obsolescence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
Those are the ones most vulnerable to disruption and obsolescence in the long term.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
One day the mighty data centre could be toppled into obsolescence by the humble smartphone, said Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas on a recent podcast.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
Senate at age 74 after serving 24 years, argues that age does not necessarily equate to political obsolescence or incapacity.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2025
There are pyramids of imported chocolates, an ice cream counter, aisles and aisles of fancy cookies and canned gourmet food, ticking away like little clocks toward the obsolescence dates stamped on their packages.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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