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Data annotation is creating jobs

Data annotation work tied to artificial intelligence is creating thousands of jobs in Karur, India, according to a New York Times report, with local firms employing workers to label data for AI models. The article highlights how this emerging sector provides employment opportunities in a region traditionally known for textile manufacturing, though it notes the work is often low-paid and repetitive.

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https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/20/world/asia/ai-jobs-data-annotation-india-karur.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49374180

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