Uber COO is ‘tempted to say' the company will have fewer employees in five years

Uber COO Andrew Macdonald said the company could have fewer employees in five years as AI augments and may replace some roles. The comments suggest a potential efficiency-driven operating model shift, but without quantified cost cuts or timing. Net impact is likely limited near term unless followed by guidance or restructuring details.

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Uber COO Andrew Macdonald said the company could have fewer employees in five years as AI augments and may replace some roles. The comments suggest a potential efficiency-driven operating model shift, but without quantified cost cuts or timing. Net impact is likely limited near term unless followed by guidance or restructuring details.