Duolingo Goes AI-First: What It Means for Jobs, Speed & Quality

In this episode, Jamie and Jaeden unpack Duolingo’s bold transition to an AI-first company, as outlined by CEO Luis von Ahn. They explore the implications of replacing human contractors with AI, the pressure for rapid AI adoption, and how these shifts could reshape content creation, hiring practices, and workforce dynamics. The conversation dives into the tension between speed and quality in AI implementation and what this move signals for the broader tech and education industries.Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Duolingo's AI Shift

01:32 The Impact of AI on Language Learning

04:39 AI as a Tool for Content Creation

06:48 Quality Concerns with AI Implementation

08:29 Workforce Changes and AI Integration

10:06 Personal Experiences with AI Tools

14:20 Future of Work and AI in Hiring Practices

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