Cognizant's 50% code to be made by AI; 25,000 freshers to be hired

Cognizant plans for AI to generate 50% of its code, up from 30%, yet will hire over 25,000 freshers in 2026, exceeding 2025's intake. Chief AI officer Babak Hodjat states businesses need experts to implement AI, countering replacement fears. Despite industry layoffs like TCS's 12,000, demand for integration services grows, boosting revenues.