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AI Use in the Job Market Is Creating an Infinite Doom Loop

Friday, September 4, 2026


Job seekers have begun using AI tools to customize application materials and bypass resume screening systems. Hiring managers and recruiters report that AI-generated applications are now common in their application pools. The prevalence of AI-assisted applications has led some employers to implement additional screening methods, including video interviews and technical assessments, to verify candidate qualifications.

Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/ai-job-market-infinite-doom-loop/

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