AI, Meet Reality - Issue #534 Thursday, May 15th 2025 12:00AM
The Focus
AI was supposed to replace people. Now, it’s backtracking.
Klarna spent the past year promoting AI as the future of customer service — even claiming it could replace hundreds of jobs. But the company is now reversing course, bringing humans back into the process after discovering that efficiency doesn’t always equal quality.
This isn’t just a story about one fintech adjusting its approach. It’s a sign that the industry is entering a post-hype phase. Leaders are no longer asking, “Can AI do it?” but “Should it?”
After billions in AI-driven restructuring, Klarna’s move is a reminder that not all automation scales the way it promises. Human connection, trust, and judgment still matter — especially in financial services, where stakes are high and nuance is everything.
For fintechs and digital companies alike, the real innovation ahead may not be replacing humans, but redefining how technology supports them.
Read the full story: Klarna Reverses Course on AI Customer Support, Resumes Human Hiring
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