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21 hours ago
Tech industry

Meta cuts 8,000 jobs and Microsoft offers first-ever buyouts as Big Tech converts payroll into AI capital expenditure

Meta and Microsoft are cutting 23,000 jobs combined to invest in AI infrastructure, not due to financial distress.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Cohere acquires, merges with German-based startup to create a 'transatlantic AI powerhouse' | TechCrunch

Cohere and Aleph Alpha are merging to create a $20 billion AI company, aiming to provide alternatives to dominant tech players.
#meta
Tech industry
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Why Meta is laying off 10% of its workforce

Meta plans to lay off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, to cut costs and focus on artificial intelligence.
Tech industry
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Mass Layoffs at Meta Begin With 8,000 Let Go; 6,000 Roles Frozen

Meta is laying off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, as it invests heavily in AI and plans further cuts this year.
fromSoapcentral
1 week ago
Tech industry

Mark Zuckerberg's $80 billion mistake literally defines his organization, and it's ironic

Mark Zuckerberg's rebranding of Facebook to Meta aimed to create a controlled metaverse, but it became a significant business failure.
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Here's How Much Meta Pays Employees - Including a Role Earning $650,000

Meta offers high salaries, with most workers earning between $150,000 and $250,000, and top roles earning significantly more.
Tech industry
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Why Meta is laying off 10% of its workforce

Meta plans to lay off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, to cut costs and focus on artificial intelligence.
Tech industry
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Mass Layoffs at Meta Begin With 8,000 Let Go; 6,000 Roles Frozen

Meta is laying off 8,000 employees, about 10% of its workforce, as it invests heavily in AI and plans further cuts this year.
Tech industry
fromSoapcentral
1 week ago

Mark Zuckerberg's $80 billion mistake literally defines his organization, and it's ironic

Mark Zuckerberg's rebranding of Facebook to Meta aimed to create a controlled metaverse, but it became a significant business failure.
Tech industry
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Here's How Much Meta Pays Employees - Including a Role Earning $650,000

Meta offers high salaries, with most workers earning between $150,000 and $250,000, and top roles earning significantly more.
#wealth-tax
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

'Don't leave': Jensen Huang challenges billionaire class as he insists 'highest taxes in the world' are OK with him | Fortune

Billionaires are leaving California due to a proposed wealth tax, while Nvidia's CEO supports staying in the state despite high taxes.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Washington state's historic' millionaire tax takes aim at super-rich will it succeed?

Noel Frame has faced significant challenges in raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy in Washington despite the state's need for increased revenue.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

'Don't leave': Jensen Huang challenges billionaire class as he insists 'highest taxes in the world' are OK with him | Fortune

Billionaires are leaving California due to a proposed wealth tax, while Nvidia's CEO supports staying in the state despite high taxes.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Washington state's historic' millionaire tax takes aim at super-rich will it succeed?

Noel Frame has faced significant challenges in raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy in Washington despite the state's need for increased revenue.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Microsoft is making this first-ever move to cut workforce size amid the AI shift

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to select employees as part of a restructuring amid shifts in the tech industry due to AI advancements.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Marvell's AI Story Just Got Stronger With Google - But Is it Too Late to Buy?

Marvell's shares surged 96% in three months, positioning the company as a strong contender in the custom silicon market.
#ai
fromFuturism
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Nvidia CEO Says AI Will Be a Permanent Micromanaging Boss Who Never Stops Nagging You

Venture
fromFuturism
1 week ago

What It Really Means That a Failing Shoe Brand "Pivoted to AI" and Its Stock Soared 700 Percent

Allbirds pivots to AI, rebranding as NewBird AI, leading to a 700% stock surge despite previous financial struggles.
SOMA, SF
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Man Who Threw Molotov at Sam Altman's House Warned AI Will Exterminate Humankind

Daniel Moreno-Gama allegedly attempted to firebomb Sam Altman's house, motivated by fears of AI's existential threat to humanity.
Business
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Stock investors are living in a parallel universe where AI trumps all, tech guru Erik Gordon says

Stock investors are ignoring significant global threats, focusing instead on companies associated with AI, leading to inflated stock prices.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Nvidia CEO Says AI Will Be a Permanent Micromanaging Boss Who Never Stops Nagging You

AI proliferation may lead to increased productivity and job creation, contrary to fears of widespread job losses.
Venture
fromFuturism
1 week ago

What It Really Means That a Failing Shoe Brand "Pivoted to AI" and Its Stock Soared 700 Percent

Allbirds pivots to AI, rebranding as NewBird AI, leading to a 700% stock surge despite previous financial struggles.
SOMA, SF
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Man Who Threw Molotov at Sam Altman's House Warned AI Will Exterminate Humankind

Daniel Moreno-Gama allegedly attempted to firebomb Sam Altman's house, motivated by fears of AI's existential threat to humanity.
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Alexis Ohanian shocks Washington with pro-immigration remarks

Alexis Ohanian criticized the Trump administration's immigration policies, diverging from other tech CEOs' supportive stances.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

'Don't leave': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells people to stay in California

Jensen Huang advocates for living in California despite high taxes, emphasizing the state's importance for AI jobs and its favorable climate.
#santa-clara-county
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Silicon Valley's tech world takes center stage in state politics - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County is a battleground for tech influence in California politics, particularly against a proposed wealth tax.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Silicon Valley's tech world takes center stage in state politics - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County is a battleground for tech influence in California politics, particularly against a proposed wealth tax.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I applied to 2,000 jobs before getting offers at Target and a startup. Here's how I decided which to pick.

Dianna Dimambro chose a startup software engineering role over an internship at Target for career growth despite the risks in the tech job market.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
4 days 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.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

I moved to San Francisco to work in AI. Living here requires sacrifices I gave up normalcy to gain access.

Surrounding oneself with ambitious individuals in San Francisco fuels personal and professional growth in the tech industry.
#layoffs
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days 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.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I was laid off from Google last month. I still haven't told my parents and won't until I find a new job.

Layoffs can trigger practical concerns and emotional challenges, prompting individuals to focus on logistics and preparation for future job opportunities.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days 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.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I was laid off from Google last month. I still haven't told my parents and won't until I find a new job.

Layoffs can trigger practical concerns and emotional challenges, prompting individuals to focus on logistics and preparation for future job opportunities.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Meta to axe 8,000 jobs in May as Zuckerberg bets the house on AI

Meta Platforms plans to cut about 8,000 jobs as part of a global redundancy program to focus on artificial intelligence.
#san-francisco
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 week ago

There Are Signs of a Massive AI Backlash

Public outrage against the tech industry's AI focus is escalating, leading to protests and political backlash against data centers and AI development.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Broadcom's New AI Partnership With Google and Anthropic Could Supercharge the Next Leg of the Rally

Broadcom's partnerships and AI chip designs position it for significant growth amid rising demand for custom silicon solutions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What are the UK government's plans to regulate social media for under-16s?

Keir Starmer demands social media firms prioritize children's safety and implement stricter regulations to protect them from harmful content.
Data science
fromMedium
1 week ago

Is the Data Scientist Role Dead? No, it's Transforming

The data scientist role is evolving, not disappearing, as organizations demand broader skills and system-oriented thinking.
#tech-industry
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

As Mass Layoffs Loom, OpenAI Looks to Double Headcount in Desperate Bid to Catch Up With Anthropic

The tech industry faces layoffs, while OpenAI plans to double its workforce amid competition and a shift in focus towards enterprise clients.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

How to Find a Tech Company That Matches Your Values

Identify non-negotiables and evaluate tech companies based on values and ethical practices.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

As Mass Layoffs Loom, OpenAI Looks to Double Headcount in Desperate Bid to Catch Up With Anthropic

The tech industry faces layoffs, while OpenAI plans to double its workforce amid competition and a shift in focus towards enterprise clients.
#ai-talent
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Forget free lunch and nap pods: AI startups are luring workers with soaring salaries-some recent computer science grads are making over $300,000 | Fortune

Startups are offering unprecedented salaries, with median base offers reaching $200,000, driven by competition for AI talent.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Forget free lunch and nap pods: AI startups are luring workers with soaring salaries-some recent computer science grads are making over $300,000 | Fortune

Startups are offering unprecedented salaries, with median base offers reaching $200,000, driven by competition for AI talent.
#snap
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Snap is cutting 1,000 jobs, 16% of its workforce | TechCrunch

Snap is laying off 16% of its workforce, impacting around 1,000 employees, due to advancements in AI and a focus on profitability.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Snap is cutting 1,000 jobs, 16% of its workforce | TechCrunch

Snap is laying off 16% of its workforce, impacting around 1,000 employees, due to advancements in AI and a focus on profitability.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Roblox's Peter Yang wants his kids to skip college and corporate life to bootstrap businesses

Artificial intelligence is transforming entrepreneurship, enabling individuals to bypass traditional corporate paths and build businesses more efficiently.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

YouTuber Challenges Valve To Beat His $950 DIY Steam Machine

Zac Builds created a DIY Steam Machine for $950, outperforming Valve's yet-to-be-released device.
Marketing tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Veteran tech investor Keith Rabois says the product manager role in tech 'makes no sense' in the era of AI

Keith Rabois believes the product manager role is becoming obsolete due to rapid advancements in AI technology.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why Big Tech companies got quiet on climate change

Tech companies are prioritizing AI growth over climate goals, raising concerns about their ability to meet emissions reduction targets.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
1 week ago

No company in American history has ever grown like Anthropic

Anthropic's revenue growth surpasses historical benchmarks, achieving $30 billion in annualized revenue in just over three years with its product Claude.
Graphic design
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Is AI the greatest art heist in history?

Generative AI is criticized for harming creativity, exploiting artists, and causing societal issues while tech leaders promote it as a revolutionary tool.
#ai-innovation
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

AI Expansion, Security Crises, and Workforce Upheaval Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

The tech industry faces rapid innovation alongside significant instability, highlighted by AI advancements and economic proposals amid ongoing layoffs.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

AI Breakthroughs, Security Breaches, and Industry Shakeups Define the Week in Tech - TechRepublic

Tech industry faces rapid AI advancements alongside significant security vulnerabilities and human costs.
Tech industry
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

AI Expansion, Security Crises, and Workforce Upheaval Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

The tech industry faces rapid innovation alongside significant instability, highlighted by AI advancements and economic proposals amid ongoing layoffs.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

AI Breakthroughs, Security Breaches, and Industry Shakeups Define the Week in Tech - TechRepublic

Tech industry faces rapid AI advancements alongside significant security vulnerabilities and human costs.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Four top-rated React development partners in Poland (2026) - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Poland offers experienced React teams delivering SaaS, fintech, and enterprise platforms at competitive rates of $50-$100/hour, making it an attractive destination for development projects.
React
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Meta Cafeteria Workers Did What Execs Won't: Took on ICE and Won

Under a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement program, federal authorities had detained Serigne, a Senegalese asylum seeker and the brother of dishwasher Abdoul Mbengue. 'I didn't know what to do at first, but we had this community, and I told them this news,' Mbengue says through a coworker who is translating his French.
Washington DC
Information security
fromTechRepublic
2 weeks ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
#openai
Marketing tech
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Ads are coming to AI chats. Behold as the Internet is ruined all over again

OpenAI is expanding its advertising efforts in AI, following trends set by social media companies to generate revenue.
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Media industry

One of Tech's Biggest Companies Just Spent Hundreds of Millions on a Talk Show. That Should Worry Us All.

Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

OpenAI to double workforce, highlights growing demand for enterprise AI talent

OpenAI plans to double its workforce to 8,000 by 2026, focusing on enterprise AI roles amid competition and automation's impact on routine jobs.
Marketing tech
fromThe Globe and Mail
2 weeks ago

Opinion: Ads are coming to AI chats. Behold as the Internet is ruined all over again

OpenAI is expanding its advertising efforts in AI, following trends set by social media companies to generate revenue.
Media industry
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

One of Tech's Biggest Companies Just Spent Hundreds of Millions on a Talk Show. That Should Worry Us All.

OpenAI acquired the TBPN podcast, raising concerns about editorial independence and potential influence over tech media.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

OpenAI to double workforce, highlights growing demand for enterprise AI talent

OpenAI plans to double its workforce to 8,000 by 2026, focusing on enterprise AI roles amid competition and automation's impact on routine jobs.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Sam Altman's Coworkers Say He Can Barely Code and Misunderstands Basic Machine Learning Concepts

Sam Altman is portrayed as a manipulative leader with limited technical expertise in AI, challenging his cultivated image as a tech genius.
Fashion & style
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I work in Big Tech and always dress up for the office. My rule? No crop tops, but tight dresses are on a case-by-case basis.

Dressing professionally has positively influenced career outcomes for Crystal McDuffy, a marketing manager in tech.
UX design
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

Designers: We are perpetuating our own burnout problem

Design and research roles experience the highest burnout rates in tech, driven by external pressures and internal frameworks that may not support well-being.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

Jack Dorsey says Block employees now bring prototypes not slide decks to meetings

Block CEO Jack Dorsey has eliminated slide decks in favor of prototypes for meetings, emphasizing real-time modifications and reduced costs of decision-making.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

Get ready for a wave of TBPN clones after its blockbuster OpenAI deal

OpenAI acquired the livestream talk-show startup TBPN, highlighting its significant influence on the tech industry and the rise of similar shows.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Oracle layoffs begin globally; impact on Mass. workforce unclear

Oracle is laying off employees globally as part of a broader organizational change, with estimates of up to 30,000 job cuts.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

AI Startups Are Battling for Fresh Tech Talent, Offering Up to $400,000 Salaries and Big Bonus Packages to New Grads

AI startups are raising base salaries to attract top talent, with median pay for software engineers now at $200,000.
Deliverability
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Oracle layoffs: Stock price rises as sudden job cuts shock employees

Oracle Corporation has conducted unexpected layoffs, notifying employees via email just hours before their scheduled work.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Why the Indiscriminate Carnage in Software Might Be a Once-in-a-Decade Gift for Tech Bulls

Market volatility affects stock prices, particularly in SaaS companies, amid rising oil prices and the impact of AI on the workforce.
#career-change
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

I was a laid-off software engineer who pivoted into blue-collar work because of AI. One year in, I couldn't be happier.

Tabby Toney transitioned from software engineering to welding after being laid off, finding job security and satisfaction in her new career.
Careers
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Would you leave a six-figure salary for a new career? Meet the people who followed their dreams and never looked back

Individuals leaving stable tech and teaching jobs for creative paths express no regrets despite earning less.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

A mom of twin toddlers left her six-figure Google job to bet on herself: 'I thought about the story I wanted to tell my kids.'

Taylor M. LaSane left her six-figure job at Google to pursue a career coaching business after receiving a buyout offer.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

I was a laid-off software engineer who pivoted into blue-collar work because of AI. One year in, I couldn't be happier.

Tabby Toney transitioned from software engineering to welding after being laid off, finding job security and satisfaction in her new career.
Careers
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Would you leave a six-figure salary for a new career? Meet the people who followed their dreams and never looked back

Individuals leaving stable tech and teaching jobs for creative paths express no regrets despite earning less.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

A mom of twin toddlers left her six-figure Google job to bet on herself: 'I thought about the story I wanted to tell my kids.'

Taylor M. LaSane left her six-figure job at Google to pursue a career coaching business after receiving a buyout offer.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Miami, Like Austin Before It, Feels Pendulum Swing on Tech Migration

Miami was hyped as the next Silicon Valley during the pandemic, but the city saw one of the highest rates of domestic out-migration last year of any major city, indicating that it is a hotspot no more.
Silicon Valley
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 weeks ago

When my job started feeling like being with a bad boyfriend, I knew I had to quit

After three decades in tech, Lisa Fail chose to take a career break, feeling unrecognized and limited in her professional growth.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
4 weeks ago

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

The tech industry's rapid advancement in AI tools brings significant privacy and security risks alongside innovation.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Meta's court losses could be just the beginning

Recent jury verdicts against social media platforms may signal a shift in legal accountability for their design and structure.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Nebius CEO Arkady Volozh explains why his blockbuster Meta deal isn't the endgame

Nebius leverages its Yandex heritage to lead in AI infrastructure with significant capital and expertise, recently securing a $27 billion deal with Meta.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

RAMageddon Arrives: AI's Endless Appetite Just Killed the PC Comeback

The global PC market is recovering, but rising CPU prices and AI demand are creating a supply squeeze, impacting consumer and commercial PC orders.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

HubSpot invests 40m in Dublin to build AI ahead of 'SaaS-pocalypse'

HubSpot will invest €40m in artificial intelligence in Ireland to replace the way it builds products and services, as the tech industry looks set to embark on a fresh wave of job cuts because of AI replacing roles and functions.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

I'm a 24-year-old with the 'hottest job in AI.' These are the skills you need to get a role like mine.

As a forward-deployed engineer, my primary job is listening to customers. The results are very rewarding. Software engineers can feel far removed from customers, because they often can't see their impact.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Snowflake makes cuts as part of 'targeted adjustments' to the company's strategy

"These actions reflect targeted adjustments to align our teams with Snowflake's long-term strategy. Such steps are a natural part of scaling a fast-growing company, and we remain firmly committed to sustained growth."
Business intelligence
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Matt Brittin: The former Google boss favourite to replace Tim Davie

Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, is reportedly a leading candidate to become the next BBC director-general, marking a potential shift toward tech industry leadership rather than traditional broadcasting backgrounds.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Trump's AI chief's big Iran warning gets big time ignored

AI policy takes secondary priority during geopolitical crises, but potential economic impacts on the tech industry prompt high-level government attention from Trump administration officials.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Layoffs or an AI pivot? It's hard to tell the difference now

Companies are framing layoffs as AI-driven strategic pivots to improve stock performance and investor perception, while underlying causes include pandemic overhiring, stock decline, and RSU compensation burdens.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved to Seattle to help me land a job at Amazon. Now I live a 7-minute walk from the office - and it's given me a career edge.

To set myself up for success, I was very strategic about where I chose to live. I realized there were roles that checked all my boxes in the Seattle area, so in early 2024, I decided to move there and stay with a friend to save on rent while applying for jobs.
Tech industry
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Cover story newsletter: 3/12/26

Gay tech leaders have achieved prominence but their companies harm marginalized communities, align with far-right politics, and prioritize privacy over advocacy for LGBTQ+ causes.
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I tripled my salary and became a senior director at Uber in 6 years. Here's the 3-step strategy I used to break out of middle management.

Madan Thangavelu advanced from software engineer to senior director leading 530 engineers at Uber in six years through proactive problem-solving, strategic timing, and building mutual trust with managers.
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