AI to replace humans? Duolingo’s bold move is changing the game completely

Duolingo, the popular language-learning platform, has officially declared itself a AI-first organisation, signalling a significant change in its operations. In an internal company-wide email posted by CEO Luis von Ahn, Duolingo detailed its plans to incorporate artificial intelligence into practically every element of its operations, from content production to staff performance reviews.

As part of this shift, Duolingo will eventually replace human contractors with artificial intelligence (AI) systems to conduct repetitive and routine duties. According to the corporation, this shift is about more than just lowering expenses, it is also about increasing efficiency and breaking down creative barriers. The corporation intends to reserve human employment for more strategic, creative, and problem-solving functions.

A crucial component of this transition is the use of AI to *automate the generation of instructional content*, allowing the platform to provide new language-learning material considerably faster than previously.This approach is similar to Duolingo's "mobile-first" strategy in 2012, which helped the firm grow quickly.

CEO Luis von Ahn stated that future recruiting would be based on whether work can be automated, and AI expertise will become a primary expectation for employees.  While this shift may result in a reduction in personnel, Duolingo intends to provide AI training and mentorship to assist employees adjust and remain relevant.

Duolingo's decision echoes a larger trend in the digital sector, with companies such as Shopify adopting AI-first strategies.As AI becomes more integrated into company operations, the distinction between human and machine-driven workflows becomes less clear.

This article is based on information from India Today