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Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
11 hours ago

The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing

Generative AI is transforming freelance work, impacting demand and wages while also creating new opportunities for skilled freelancers.
#ai
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Data science

The single economic variable that determines whether AI creates or destroys jobs - and why almost nobody is measuring it - Silicon Canals

Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Job listings for this tech job are spiking amid AI layoff fears

AI-induced job loss anxiety is prevalent, but software engineering job listings have increased by 30% this year.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

If you lose your job to AI, it's even harder to bounce back

AI-driven job displacement can lead to lasting economic setbacks for affected workers, including prolonged unemployment and reduced earnings potential.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

OpenAI made economic proposals - here's what DC thinks of them

OpenAI proposes higher capital gains taxes on corporations using AI to fund a public safety net and support worker transition to human-centered jobs.
Data science
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The single economic variable that determines whether AI creates or destroys jobs - and why almost nobody is measuring it - Silicon Canals

The focus on task exposure in AI job discussions is misguided; demand elasticity is crucial for understanding employment impacts.
Higher education
fromForbes
2 days ago

10 College Degrees AI Is Making Redundant Right Now

AI is rapidly making certain college degrees redundant, particularly in business administration and generic fields, impacting job market opportunities for graduates.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Job listings for this tech job are spiking amid AI layoff fears

AI-induced job loss anxiety is prevalent, but software engineering job listings have increased by 30% this year.
#job-market
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
17 hours ago

Job seekers haven't felt this dreary about their options since the pandemic

Americans feel pessimistic about job prospects, with a 45% chance of finding new employment, reflecting a broader economic malaise.
Careers
fromForbes
7 hours ago

1 In 7 Job Postings Are Ghost Jobs, New Study Reveals. Here Are 3 Steps To Avoid Fake Job Ads

Applying to jobs posted within 72 hours can help avoid ghost jobs that are not actively hiring.
Higher education
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

'Low Hire, Low Fire': New Graduates Are Facing the Toughest Job Market Since the Pandemic - And It's Not Why You Think

Recent college graduates face the toughest labor market since the pandemic, with rising unemployment and fewer job opportunities.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Careers

Hiring just hit a level not seen since the economy was 'closed down literally' during COVID, top economist says | Fortune

Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
17 hours ago

Job seekers haven't felt this dreary about their options since the pandemic

Americans feel pessimistic about job prospects, with a 45% chance of finding new employment, reflecting a broader economic malaise.
Careers
fromForbes
7 hours ago

1 In 7 Job Postings Are Ghost Jobs, New Study Reveals. Here Are 3 Steps To Avoid Fake Job Ads

Applying to jobs posted within 72 hours can help avoid ghost jobs that are not actively hiring.
Higher education
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

'Low Hire, Low Fire': New Graduates Are Facing the Toughest Job Market Since the Pandemic - And It's Not Why You Think

Recent college graduates face the toughest labor market since the pandemic, with rising unemployment and fewer job opportunities.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Careers

Hiring just hit a level not seen since the economy was 'closed down literally' during COVID, top economist says | Fortune

fromCalifornia Post
7 hours ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

Remote work not only increases worker efficiency but also helps state workers who are struggling to pay bills. It costs state workers roughly $6,000 a year to come into office four times a week.
California
#ai-impact
Higher education
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Forget white-collar jobs. AI is also displacing workers without college degrees

AI adoption is reshaping the labor market, impacting both college-educated and non-college-educated workers, particularly through changes in career pathways.
Data science
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The one dataset that could predict AI job displacement barely exists - and nobody is collecting it - Silicon Canals

Price elasticity is crucial for predicting AI's impact on jobs, yet reliable data on this variable is largely unavailable.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

College graduates' outlook on the job market is only getting bleaker

College students are increasingly worried that AI will replace entry-level jobs, with 89% expressing concern in a recent study.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

AI is cutting 16,000 U.S. jobs a month - and Gen Z is taking the brunt, Goldman Sachs says | Fortune

AI is causing a net loss of 16,000 jobs per month in the U.S., primarily affecting Gen Z and entry-level workers.
Higher education
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Forget white-collar jobs. AI is also displacing workers without college degrees

AI adoption is reshaping the labor market, impacting both college-educated and non-college-educated workers, particularly through changes in career pathways.
Data science
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The one dataset that could predict AI job displacement barely exists - and nobody is collecting it - Silicon Canals

Price elasticity is crucial for predicting AI's impact on jobs, yet reliable data on this variable is largely unavailable.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

College graduates' outlook on the job market is only getting bleaker

College students are increasingly worried that AI will replace entry-level jobs, with 89% expressing concern in a recent study.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

AI is cutting 16,000 U.S. jobs a month - and Gen Z is taking the brunt, Goldman Sachs says | Fortune

AI is causing a net loss of 16,000 jobs per month in the U.S., primarily affecting Gen Z and entry-level workers.
Film
fromFast Company
13 hours ago

Hollywood layoffs 2026: Disney, Sony, Bad Robot slash jobs in a bruising week for the entertainment industry

Hollywood is experiencing significant layoffs, with over 1,000 jobs cut from major studios and production companies due to industry volatility.
#propublica
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
8 hours ago

ProPublica journalists walk off the job in first U.S. newsroom strike over AI

Propublica Guild members went on a 24-hour strike to pressure management for fair pay and protections against AI-related layoffs.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

ProPublica's union staged a 24-hour strike over AI, job protections - Poynter

ProPublica workers staged a strike over contract negotiations, focusing on protections against layoffs in an AI-driven industry.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
8 hours ago

ProPublica journalists walk off the job in first U.S. newsroom strike over AI

Propublica Guild members went on a 24-hour strike to pressure management for fair pay and protections against AI-related layoffs.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

ProPublica's union staged a 24-hour strike over AI, job protections - Poynter

ProPublica workers staged a strike over contract negotiations, focusing on protections against layoffs in an AI-driven industry.
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
10 hours ago

NET Down 12%, SNOW Down 9%, NOW Down 7%: The Market Just Repriced the Entire Software Sector on AI Agent Fears

Managed AI agents threaten the enterprise software business model, causing significant stock declines across major companies in the sector.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
9 hours ago

Geopolitical Risks are Seriously High. Why I'd Shift to Dividends for Safety and Stability

Geopolitical uncertainties persist, impacting markets and oil prices, while Verizon presents a potential safe investment with a strong dividend yield.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Can You Spot Signs of Industry Disruption Before They Happen?

Most innovation occurs in three stages: visibility, interface, and incentives, impacting industry transformation.
Women
fromForbes
2 days ago

New Research Shows Flexibility Is Shrinking - Right When Women Need It Most

Women have regained workforce participation post-pandemic, but recent return-to-office mandates have led to significant job losses among women.
Canada news
fromYahoo Finance
1 day ago

Work from home, four-day week push for 55,000 Aussie workers to fight petrol price spike

Workers are demanding emergency work-from-home rights and increased fuel subsidies due to high petrol prices.
#job-security
Women in technology
fromFortune
2 days ago

Only 22% of people felt their jobs were safe in 2025-manufacturers, warehouse workers, and women are the most scared | Fortune

Only 22% of global workers feel their jobs are safe from elimination in 2025, with lower confidence among repetitive task workers.
Women in technology
fromFortune
2 days ago

Only 22% of people felt their jobs were safe in 2025-manufacturers, warehouse workers, and women are the most scared | Fortune

Only 22% of global workers feel their jobs are safe from elimination in 2025, with lower confidence among repetitive task workers.
Atlanta Braves
fromDefector
1 day ago

What Is A Strike | Defector

The Automated Ball-Strike system defines the strike zone based on a batter's height, eliminating human ambiguity in calling strikes.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

DC's highly qualified workers can't find jobs: What is happening?'

Washington DC faces the highest unemployment rate in the country due to significant federal job cuts and a saturated job market.
Europe news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic economics chief talks about the jobs that could be killed by AI | Fortune

Oil prices are rising, impacting stock markets, while AI's potential to replace jobs in tech and finance is significant but underutilized.
#artificial-intelligence
fromFortune
10 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

You're looking at the AI revolution all wrong, top economist says: 40% unemployment and a 3-day work week are the same thing | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
10 hours ago

You're looking at the AI revolution all wrong, top economist says: 40% unemployment and a 3-day work week are the same thing | Fortune

AI could lead to shorter work weeks and more leisure time instead of just unemployment.
#us-economy
US Elections
fromFortune
6 days ago

The jobs report looks good 'for the wrong reasons,' top economist warns: It's hiding how many Americans are giving up | Fortune

The U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in March, with the unemployment rate decreasing to 4.3%, but concerns about labor force participation persist.
US politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

The economy can shed jobs and still keep the labor market balanced, as Trump's immigration crackdown turns breakeven hiring negative | Fortune

The U.S. labor market shows a negative breakeven rate of employment growth due to immigration restrictions, indicating potential job losses without rising unemployment.
Careers
fromFortune
1 week ago

America has a workforce crisis. The solution is already here - and it's being wasted | Fortune

The U.S. economy faces a structural workforce crisis due to declining birth rates, negative net migration, and underutilization of skilled immigrants.
US Elections
fromFortune
6 days ago

The jobs report looks good 'for the wrong reasons,' top economist warns: It's hiding how many Americans are giving up | Fortune

The U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in March, with the unemployment rate decreasing to 4.3%, but concerns about labor force participation persist.
US politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

The economy can shed jobs and still keep the labor market balanced, as Trump's immigration crackdown turns breakeven hiring negative | Fortune

The U.S. labor market shows a negative breakeven rate of employment growth due to immigration restrictions, indicating potential job losses without rising unemployment.
Careers
fromFortune
1 week ago

America has a workforce crisis. The solution is already here - and it's being wasted | Fortune

The U.S. economy faces a structural workforce crisis due to declining birth rates, negative net migration, and underutilization of skilled immigrants.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Young people more likely to leave for health reasons when in low-paid, insecure jobs'

Young people in the UK are leaving jobs for health reasons, particularly in insecure, low-paid sectors like hospitality and retail.
#gen-z
Remote teams
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Gen Z doesn't want your full-time job. They want several part-time roles, and it's reshaping the entire workforce | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly favoring poly-employment over traditional full-time jobs for flexibility and independence.
Careers
fromFortune
18 hours ago

75% of Gen Z equate desk jobs with burnout and instability-and 1 in 4 are picking up a toolbelt instead | Fortune

Gen Z is shifting from desk jobs to trades due to burnout, economic anxiety, and the influence of social media.
Remote teams
fromFortune
17 hours ago

Gen Z doesn't want your full-time job. They want several part-time roles, and it's reshaping the entire workforce | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly favoring poly-employment over traditional full-time jobs for flexibility and independence.
Careers
fromFortune
18 hours ago

75% of Gen Z equate desk jobs with burnout and instability-and 1 in 4 are picking up a toolbelt instead | Fortune

Gen Z is shifting from desk jobs to trades due to burnout, economic anxiety, and the influence of social media.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Big Tech's hiring boom is over. 2 charts show where its workforce stands now.

Big Tech's workforce remains stable despite over 100,000 layoffs since 2022, with headcounts largely unchanged from 2022 levels.
Real estate
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

This might be the best time to buy a home in years, depending on where you live

America's housing market is shifting towards favoring buyers, with two-thirds of major markets now classified as balanced or buyer-friendly.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
7 hours ago

Employee Engagement Is Declining in the Age of AI

Employee engagement is low overall, but significantly higher in best practice organizations with strong leadership and a focus on employee well-being.
#tech-layoffs
fromwww.businessinsider.com
16 hours ago
Media industry

One of Kalshi's fastest-growing markets is about tech layoffs, cofounders say

Kalshi's market on tech layoffs is rapidly growing, indicating significant concerns about job security in the tech sector.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Tech companies are cutting jobs and betting on AI. The payoff is far from guaranteed

Tech workers face job insecurity as AI investments lead to significant layoffs across major companies, despite AI's current limitations in replacing human roles.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Tech companies are cutting jobs and betting on AI. The payoff is far from guaranteed

Tech workers face job insecurity as AI investments lead to significant layoffs across major companies, despite AI's current limitations in replacing human roles.
Real estate
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Will AI doom office space to history?

Artificial intelligence is significantly impacting the commercial real estate sector, raising concerns about the future of human roles in advisory services.
#job-growth
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US unemployment rate drops despite economic uncertainty and Iran war

Job growth in March exceeded expectations, with significant gains in healthcare and construction sectors despite economic uncertainties.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US unemployment rate drops despite economic uncertainty and Iran war

Job growth in March exceeded expectations, with significant gains in healthcare and construction sectors despite economic uncertainties.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Are you paying a 'ghost tax' when looking for a job? 37% of employment seekers fall into this common trap

The job market is plagued by ghost jobs, leading to wasted time and money for job seekers.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
11 hours ago

This Startup's Return-to-Office Mandate Failed - Now It's Paying Employees to Show Up: 'We Were Pulling Teeth'

Superhuman increased office attendance by offering wellness stipends for in-office work, replacing a failed return-to-office mandate with a voluntary program.
#ai-adoption
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
16 hours ago

White-collar workers are quietly rebelling against AI as 80% outright refuse adoption mandates | Fortune

Workers increasingly avoid AI tools due to trust issues, despite executives believing they have adequate resources.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z workers are so fearful AI will take their job they're intentionally sabotaging their company's AI rollout | Fortune

A significant portion of employees, especially Gen Z, are sabotaging their company's AI initiatives due to fears of job loss and dissatisfaction with AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
16 hours ago

White-collar workers are quietly rebelling against AI as 80% outright refuse adoption mandates | Fortune

Workers increasingly avoid AI tools due to trust issues, despite executives believing they have adequate resources.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z workers are so fearful AI will take their job they're intentionally sabotaging their company's AI rollout | Fortune

A significant portion of employees, especially Gen Z, are sabotaging their company's AI initiatives due to fears of job loss and dissatisfaction with AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFortune
11 hours ago

Zoom CEO predicts a 3-day workweek is just five years away-and he's happy about it: 'I hate working 5 days' | Fortune

Zoom's CEO predicts a shift to a three-day workweek due to AI advancements, enhancing productivity and work-life balance.
Remote teams
fromYourTango
4 days ago

Study Reveals How Remote Workers Lose $22,000 Of Their Paychecks Each Year By Staying Home

Remote work can cost employees significantly, with a $22,000 annual pay difference compared to in-office roles.
Remote teams
fromFortune
11 hours ago

Zoom CEO predicts a 3-day workweek is just five years away-and he's happy about it: 'I hate working 5 days' | Fortune

Zoom's CEO predicts a shift to a three-day workweek due to AI advancements, enhancing productivity and work-life balance.
Remote teams
fromYourTango
4 days ago

Study Reveals How Remote Workers Lose $22,000 Of Their Paychecks Each Year By Staying Home

Remote work can cost employees significantly, with a $22,000 annual pay difference compared to in-office roles.
Careers
fromRemotive Blog
1 day ago

How to Land a Remote Job in 2026

Remote hiring has shifted from a competition problem to a credibility problem, complicating the hiring process for candidates.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'Pro-worker AI,' streaming fatalities, and other fascinating new economic studies

MIT economists propose 'pro-worker artificial intelligence' where humans collaborate with AI to enhance existing jobs, create new opportunities, and enable workers to thrive rather than face displacement.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
7 hours ago

Research suggests the postwar decades produced workers who could delay gratification for years at a time - not because they were wiser than younger generations but because the reward at the end was real and they'd seen it happen with their own eyes - Silicon Canals

Boomers experienced a reliable work reward system that no longer exists, leading to generational disconnects in work expectations.
fromMoneywise
6 days ago

With gas prices spiking, you now have a new reason to ask your boss to work from home

If the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, I'll be happy if they only stayed at $4 a gallon. This situation is bound to impact budgets for commuters significantly.
Remote teams
#ai-development
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why human capital is the ultimate moat in AI-first finance

A human-first approach to AI development prioritizes engineering talent as a strategic asset over traditional GPU-first strategies.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why human capital is the ultimate moat in AI-first finance

A human-first approach to AI development prioritizes engineering talent as a strategic asset over traditional GPU-first strategies.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I've watched three generations enter the workforce, and what Gen Z calls "hustle culture" is what my generation simply called showing up - but before you dismiss that as boomer arrogance, there's something underneath it worth understanding - Silicon Canals

Generational differences in work ethic reflect changing economic realities and expectations around fulfillment and mental health in the workplace.
#layoffs
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Getting laid off changes your perception of work forever. Here's how

Repeated layoffs can lead to trauma, identity loss, and a cynical view of work, making it essential to understand the reasons behind frequent layoffs.
Careers
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Getting laid off changes your perception of work forever. Here's how

Repeated layoffs can lead to trauma, identity loss, and a cynical view of work, making it essential to understand the reasons behind frequent layoffs.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

Sam Altman Says AI Will Soon Cause Widespread Job Loss. His Solution Is 'Robot Taxes' and Wealth Sharing.

Sam Altman warns that capitalism cannot handle the impending disruptions from AI superintelligence and proposes a new social contract for America.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Workers around the world are scared. A massive new survey shows just how much | Fortune

Global workforce anxiety prevails despite low unemployment, with only 22% feeling secure in their jobs due to the impact of AI.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

There's a lot of desperation': skilled older workers turn to AI training to stay afloat

Ciriello lost his job and couldn't find work for nearly a year, leading to significant financial hardship for his family, who lived in motels and later in a car.
Careers
Careers
fromFortune
3 days ago

AI is about to send millions to 'professional identity purgatory.' Here's what I discovered after my 30 year career crashed to a halt | Fortune

Professional identity purgatory is a transitional phase where individuals grapple with losing their established roles and the uncertainty of their future.
#ai-displacement
fromFortune
3 days ago
Careers

Goldman just looked at 40 years of data on the 'scarring' effects of technological disruption and finds Gen Z isn't the most at risk | Fortune

AI displacement can cause long-term earnings damage for workers, but recent graduates may adapt better than expected.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Why AI hasn't caused a job apocalypse - so far

AI technologies are expected to significantly displace workers, potentially leading to widespread layoffs and labor market upheaval.
Careers
fromFortune
3 days ago

Goldman just looked at 40 years of data on the 'scarring' effects of technological disruption and finds Gen Z isn't the most at risk | Fortune

AI displacement can cause long-term earnings damage for workers, but recent graduates may adapt better than expected.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Why AI hasn't caused a job apocalypse - so far

AI technologies are expected to significantly displace workers, potentially leading to widespread layoffs and labor market upheaval.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

No mediocre worker is safe the bar for keeping your job just went up

Companies are replacing underperforming employees with better talent due to constrained hiring budgets and a focus on maximizing performance.
#ai-policy
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

OpenAI's vision for the AI economy: public wealth funds, robot taxes, and a four-day work week | TechCrunch

OpenAI proposes policy changes to address economic impacts of AI, focusing on wealth distribution, systemic risk reduction, and access to AI capabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

OpenAI's vision for the AI economy: public wealth funds, robot taxes, and a four-day work week | TechCrunch

OpenAI proposes policy changes to address economic impacts of AI, focusing on wealth distribution, systemic risk reduction, and access to AI capabilities.
Remote teams
fromBlackpressusa
3 weeks ago

OP-ED: The Future of Work

Automation will displace 85 million jobs by 2030 but create 97 million new roles, requiring workforce preparation in digital skills, AI, emotional intelligence, and adaptability.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Japan is deploying robots not to replace workers but because there are no workers left to replace - Silicon Canals

Japan's deployment of AI-powered robots is driven by demographic challenges rather than efficiency, aiming to sustain essential services amid labor shortages.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
4 days ago

AI angst mutates into 'FOBO' as Fear of Becoming Obsolete fuels quiet resistance across the economy | Fortune

FOBO, the Fear of Becoming Obsolete, reflects workers' anxiety about AI-driven job relevance rather than traditional job loss.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Top analyst warns the economy is figuring out how to grow without creating new jobs, leaving a major vulnerability | Fortune

Last summer, Bank of America Research predicted a " sea change" in the economy as companies showed increasing signs of learning how to be productive with fewer workers, putting process over people. Six months later, analysts see another year of growth-in GDP, not new jobs. It rhymes with another projection, from Goldman Sachs, that " jobless growth " could become the new normal in the 2020s.
US news
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The Economy Is Lurching Downward as Fear of AI Spreads

Nvidia's record 73% revenue growth triggered a stock decline, reflecting market concerns about unsustainable AI infrastructure spending and delayed returns on massive data center investments.
Careers
fromThe Queen Zone
2 months ago

Key challenges impacting the U.S. labor market

Rapid AI-driven automation and retiring Baby Boomers are simultaneously reshaping the U.S. labor market, creating displacement risks and urgent skills shortages.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Worried AI will take your remote job? You're safe for now, this study shows

AI models performed significantly worse than human remote freelancers on diverse, complex work tasks, though AI capabilities continue to improve.
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