USACNNCNNAnnounceLayoffsThe company will also be replacing 100 employees, representing 3% of its overall workforce. The decision was seen by CEO Mark Thompson as part of the company's modernization and transition to video content.
Thompson emphasized in the internal memo that future strategies include accelerating the transformation to video content and planning strategic advancements in artificial intelligence to better serve audiences and achieve news goals.
Although Thompson did not go into detail about specific AI plans, the mention shows CNN's ambition to adopt new technologies. He noted in the memo: "We are in the midst of a revolution in the way news and television are consumed. To me, the right way to respond to this revolution is not despair, but adaptation and innovation."
At present, although CNN's specific AI strategy is still unclear, this move shows the media giant's leadership and influence in the news and broadcasting industry. As media companies explore artificial intelligence, especially the application of artificial intelligence accompanied by large-scale layoffs, there has been a strong response from both inside and outside the industry.
CNN's strategic transformation, especially its exploration of artificial intelligence, demonstrates the media industry's foresight and leadership in addressing future challenges and opportunities.