Mercor’s $2M daily payouts fuel AI labor debate

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2026.05.18 05:45
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Mercor pays over $2 million daily to contractors for AI model training, raising concerns about intrusive monitoring and unstable contracts affecting its 30,000 workers. The growth of AI is reshaping early career opportunities, leading to calls for more practical learning in education.