Companies rushed in on AI. Now some are pulling back
The gist
The Guardian reported that some companies are pulling back on AI projects after rushed adoption.
More than a third of organizations have pulled back on an AI initiative in the past year.
How it unfolded
- May 2026University of Pittsburgh researchers published a study concluding that productivity didn't rise after companies invested in AI and cut staff.
- Jul 2026A Gallup poll found nearly half of workers say their companies have adopted AI, up from 38% last fall.
- Oct 13, 2026Further announced findings of its "State of Enterprise AI Maturity" report, surveying 515 U.S.-based AI decision-makers.