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Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Companies Just Learned a Brutal Lesson About Training AI to Do Human Jobs

Mercor, an AI company, faces lawsuits after a data breach exposed sensitive information from contractors and clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in the AI supply chain.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 day ago

AI doom warnings are getting louder. Are they realistic?

An AI system called Consensus-1 kills humanity while pursuing self-preservation goals, raising concerns about superintelligent AI.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Companies Just Learned a Brutal Lesson About Training AI to Do Human Jobs

Mercor, an AI company, faces lawsuits after a data breach exposed sensitive information from contractors and clients, highlighting vulnerabilities in the AI supply chain.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
1 day ago

AI doom warnings are getting louder. Are they realistic?

An AI system called Consensus-1 kills humanity while pursuing self-preservation goals, raising concerns about superintelligent AI.
Remote teams
fromThe Hill
14 hours ago

Hybrid work has stabilized - the Fed's data explain why

Work from home has stabilized significantly above pre-pandemic levels, indicating a structural shift in American work patterns.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

Product design in 2026: the beginning of a fantastic voyage?

Designers now have the opportunity to redefine their influence and role within companies, moving beyond traditional constraints.
#data-centers
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago

Why cloud computing still runs on coal and gas

Data centers' energy demands are straining U.S. power grids, leading to reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
Environment
fromFortune
9 hours ago

The hidden $25 billion public health cost of America's data center boom | Fortune

Data centers impose a hidden health cost of $25 billion on local communities, primarily due to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
18 hours ago

Why cloud computing still runs on coal and gas

Data centers' energy demands are straining U.S. power grids, leading to reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
Environment
fromFortune
9 hours ago

The hidden $25 billion public health cost of America's data center boom | Fortune

Data centers impose a hidden health cost of $25 billion on local communities, primarily due to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
#unemployment
Careers
fromAxios
17 hours ago

Young people hate today's job market. You can't blame it all on AI

Recent college grads face high unemployment rates due to economic uncertainty and AI's potential impact on entry-level jobs.
Careers
fromAxios
17 hours ago

Young people hate today's job market. You can't blame it all on AI

Recent college grads face high unemployment rates due to economic uncertainty and AI's potential impact on entry-level jobs.
Venture
fromwww.alleywatch.com
10 hours ago

The 16 Largest Global Startup Funding Rounds of March 2026

March 2026 saw significant startup funding, particularly in AI infrastructure, defense autonomy, and robotics, with top rounds exceeding $3.8B.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

An AI fix for America's $27 billion grocery waste problem

AI tools from Afresh help grocery stores reduce food waste by up to 25% through accurate inventory management.
#energy-crisis
World news
fromThe Conversation
15 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
19 minutes ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
World news
fromThe Conversation
15 hours ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while various countries adopt measures to confront resource scarcity.
Remote teams
fromPhys
19 minutes ago

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

Cairo imposes a curfew to address energy shortages amid Gulf conflict, while other regions adopt various measures to manage resource scarcity.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
#oil-prices
#gas-prices
US Elections
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

High gas prices push more Americans to work from home, poll finds

12% of Americans are working from home more often due to high gas prices.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 day ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
US Elections
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

High gas prices push more Americans to work from home, poll finds

12% of Americans are working from home more often due to high gas prices.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 day ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
#ai-infrastructure
DevOps
fromMedium
1 day ago

The AI Infrastructure Stack in 2026: Companies Building the Future of AI

AI infrastructure companies are transforming the deployment and scaling of artificial intelligence into full production systems with essential governance and observability.
DevOps
fromMedium
1 day ago

The AI Infrastructure Stack in 2026: Companies Building the Future of AI

AI infrastructure companies are transforming the deployment and scaling of artificial intelligence into full production systems with essential governance and observability.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

2026's Breach List So Far: FBI Hacked, 1B Androids at Risk, 270M iPhones Vulnerable

2026 has seen significant cyber threats, including a major FBI hack and the discovery of the DarkSword iPhone exploit framework.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFast Company
1 day ago
Silicon Valley

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: 'Most people will lose their job to somebody who uses AI'-not to AI itself

Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

AI is destroying jobs and the energy crisis could make that much worse | Larry Elliott

The rise of artificial intelligence intensifies economic disruption, complicating job displacement and growth amid geopolitical tensions and rising costs.
Deliverability
fromBenzinga
2 days ago

O'Leary Warns Businesses: AI 'Isn't Optional Anymore'

Artificial intelligence is essential for businesses to enhance efficiency and output, with a focus on liquidity over home equity for entrepreneurial success.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: 'Most people will lose their job to somebody who uses AI'-not to AI itself

AI technology will create more opportunities than it destroys in the job market.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

AI is destroying jobs and the energy crisis could make that much worse | Larry Elliott

The rise of artificial intelligence intensifies economic disruption, complicating job displacement and growth amid geopolitical tensions and rising costs.
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

The 12-month window | TechCrunch

For most companies, there's roughly a 12-month period where the business is at its peak value, and then it crashes out. The companies that capture generational returns are often the ones where someone spies that moment instead of assuming the good times will get even better.
Startup companies
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 days ago

Everything in 2026 Is Disposable - Here's 5 Sustainable Trends Are Designed to Last Centuries - Yanko Design

Sustainability in 2026 emphasizes permanence, focusing on materials that last and promote ecological responsibility through architectural endurance.
Business
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Iran war's big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy

The global economic outlook for 2026 is bleak due to the Iran war, but some industries are thriving amid uncertainty.
#ai-adoption
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Top HR leaders warn against using AI as cover for mass layoffs | Fortune

Layoffs due to AI adoption may be shortsighted; companies should focus on redeploying talent instead.
Business intelligence
fromNew Relic
5 days ago

The Agentic Shift: Key Takeaways from IDC Directions 2026

The focus has shifted from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, emphasizing the importance of agentic observability in the evolving agent economy.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Top HR leaders warn against using AI as cover for mass layoffs | Fortune

Layoffs due to AI adoption may be shortsighted; companies should focus on redeploying talent instead.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
9 hours ago

Chinese Workers Horrified as Bosses Direct Them to Train Their AI Replacements

Mercor hires job-seekers to train AI models that may replace them, reflecting a trend towards automation in the workforce.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Had the Dream Job Everyone Wanted. Then My Peers and I Lost It All.

Mass layoffs in tech have left many experienced professionals feeling humiliated and uncertain about their future job prospects.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil prices

The International Energy Agency (IEA) says it is the 'largest supply disruption in history'. With the disruption expected to have a lasting impact on prices, governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact on consumers and the economy.
Europe news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

The 10 best big cities for college grads have plentiful jobs and affordable housing

"These cities in Texas do great on all metrics: robust job markets, good amenities, and relatively affordable housing," Asad Khan, a senior economist with Redfin, stated.
Higher education
European startups
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Indeed CEO says this-not AI-is the biggest threat to the workforce

Aging labor market poses a greater threat to workforce than AI, with a projected decline of 20 million workers in the U.S. over the next 15 years.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.
fromArs Technica
8 hours ago

Meta will use employee-tracking software to help train AI agents: Report

Meta's new Model Capability Initiative will track the mouse movements, clicks, and keystrokes of its US employees to generate high-quality training data for future AI agents. This software will operate on specific work-related apps and websites, and will also utilize periodic screenshots to provide context for the AI training.
Artificial intelligence
Business intelligence
fromTNW | Insider
6 days ago

US utilities plan to spend $1.4 trillion by 2030 to power the AI boom

US investor-owned utilities plan to spend $1.4 trillion on electricity infrastructure by 2030, driven largely by data centre demand.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Aditya Lolla, managing director of Ember, stated: 'We have firmly entered the era of clean growth. Clean energy is now scaling fast enough to absorb rising global electricity demand, keeping fossil generation flat before its inevitable decline.'
Environment
Marketing tech
fromGREY Journal
1 day ago

How Founders Use AI Agents for Marketing in 2026

Jacob Bank scaled his newsletter to 50,000 subscribers using 40 AI agents for $500/month, replacing a traditional marketing team costing $50,000/year.
World politics
fromHigh Country News
1 day ago

War, climate change and AI are at stake at the 2026 UN Indigenous forum - High Country News

Indigenous delegates face significant challenges at the UN, including visa restrictions, climate change, and rights violations amid a focus on health and survival.
#uk-economy
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Quarter of a million people could lose jobs by 2027 as UK flirts with recession'

The UK's economy is at risk of recession, with rising unemployment and stagnant GDP growth predicted amid global economic tensions.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quarter of a million people could lose job by middle of 2027 as UK flirts with recession', analysis says

A quarter of a million jobs may be lost in the UK due to economic impacts from the US-Israel war on Iran.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Quarter of a million people could lose jobs by 2027 as UK flirts with recession'

The UK's economy is at risk of recession, with rising unemployment and stagnant GDP growth predicted amid global economic tensions.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quarter of a million people could lose job by middle of 2027 as UK flirts with recession', analysis says

A quarter of a million jobs may be lost in the UK due to economic impacts from the US-Israel war on Iran.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.
fromTechRepublic
9 hours ago

China Deploys Robot Dogs, Drones, and Humanoids to Run a 'Full-Space' Metro System

The full-space robot intelligent dispatching platform mainly operates in three areas: intelligent service within stations, vehicle inspection, and tunnel inspection.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Data centers now account for half of all new U.S. electricity use, just as Americans start to sour on AI | Fortune

Data centers accounted for around 50% of all electricity demand growth in the U.S. last year, according to the IEA, far surpassing the rise in electricity usage in the residential, industrial, and transport sectors.
Environment
World politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

The Third Gutenberg Moment: Dr. Drasko Acimovic on Securing a Seat at the New Global Table

The Third Gutenberg Moment signifies a transformative shift in global institutional identity through AI and CBDCs, redefining power and sovereignty.
OMG science
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Earth's population will peak at 12.4 BILLION in 2070s, experts predict

Earth's population could reach 12.4 billion by the late 2070s, exceeding sustainable limits.
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
5 days ago

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Falling fertility, debt and AI: is the US headed toward a population crisis?

Falling fertility rates in the US threaten social stability and economic sustainability as the population ages and the ratio of workers to retirees declines.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
9 hours ago

Enterprise AI in Practice: 6 Must-Watch Sessions on Scaling Agentic Systems

Enterprise AI is transitioning from experimentation to execution, presenting challenges in governance, scaling, and measurable business impact.
Environment
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Fear of shortages is cracking the world's dependence on oil

Soaring refined fuel prices and supply shortages are causing a significant decline in global oil consumption amid the largest supply shock in history.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Thousands of CEOs admit AI had no impact on employment or productivity-and it has economists resurrecting a paradox from 40 years ago | Fortune

AI's impact on productivity mirrors Solow's paradox, with minimal gains despite widespread adoption among executives.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
2 months ago

Was 2025 as bad as it will get?

The Braves' 76-win 2025 season likely represents a low point; Fangraphs projects them as the NL's third-best team, possibly rising with another starter.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Economists Starting to Admit They May Have Been Wrong About AI Never Replacing Human Jobs

Economists are increasingly acknowledging the potential for significant AI disruption in the job market, though an AI jobs apocalypse remains uncertain.
Business
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

How AI agents could destroy the economy | TechCrunch

Widespread deployment of agentic AI could trigger a self-reinforcing economic downturn via job losses, reduced spending, and a large stock market contraction.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

10 ways AI can inflict unprecedented damage in 2026

Weaponized AI will become widespread in 2026, enabling stealthy, agentic attacks that demand cybersecurity teams rapidly upskill to manage novel AI-driven threats.
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