AI Workers Are Putting In 100-Hour Workweeks to Win the New Tech Arms Race

WSJ TechThursday, October 23, 2025 at 1:00:00 AM
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AI Workers Are Putting In 100-Hour Workweeks to Win the New Tech Arms Race
In Silicon Valley, the demand for AI expertise is driving workers to put in grueling 100-hour workweeks. This intense pressure highlights the scarcity of skilled professionals in the tech industry and raises concerns about the sustainability of such extreme work habits. As companies compete in the tech arms race, the well-being of employees may be at risk, prompting a conversation about work-life balance and mental health in high-stakes environments.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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