A Founder Wants AI To Completely Replace Humans

In a move that has sparked heated debates across social media and professional circles, renowned AI researcher Tamay Besiroglu has launched a controversial startup called Mechanize. The startup's mission is nothing short of revolutionary—and contentious: to fully automate human labor and create an AI-driven economy. Mechanize, founded in April 2025, aims to replace all human workers with artificial intelligence (AI) systems, beginning with white-collar jobs. While Besiroglu and his supporters argue that this vision could unlock unprecedented economic prosperity, critics are raising alarms about the societal and ethical implications of such sweeping automation. Let's delve into the details of Mechanize's goals, the backlash it has faced, and the broader implications of its vision.