Japan's service robot market projected to triple in five years | TechCrunchJapan is increasingly using service robots to address labor shortages due to an aging population.
In Japan's Countryside, Century-Old Firms Learn to Embrace Foreign WorkersHizatsuki Confectionery is adapting to labor shortages by hiring foreign workers, a significant shift due to Japan's aging population challenge.
Germany's health-care sector hit by skilled labor shortage DW 11/16/2024Germany faces a significant shortage of health-care workers due to an aging population and rising health demands, particularly for physiotherapists and dental assistants.
Can AI help solve Japan's labour shortages?AI technology is being utilized to tackle Japan's labor shortage due to the shrinking population.
Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024Germany faces labor shortage and aging population, emphasizing need for international student talent to bridge the gap.
Germany targeting Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024Germany faces a critical labor shortage and aging population, with a projected deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035.
Japan's service robot market projected to triple in five years | TechCrunchJapan is increasingly using service robots to address labor shortages due to an aging population.
In Japan's Countryside, Century-Old Firms Learn to Embrace Foreign WorkersHizatsuki Confectionery is adapting to labor shortages by hiring foreign workers, a significant shift due to Japan's aging population challenge.
Germany's health-care sector hit by skilled labor shortage DW 11/16/2024Germany faces a significant shortage of health-care workers due to an aging population and rising health demands, particularly for physiotherapists and dental assistants.
Can AI help solve Japan's labour shortages?AI technology is being utilized to tackle Japan's labor shortage due to the shrinking population.
Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024Germany faces labor shortage and aging population, emphasizing need for international student talent to bridge the gap.
Germany targeting Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024Germany faces a critical labor shortage and aging population, with a projected deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035.
The German industries that would fall apart without immigrationGermany needs 400,000 skilled foreign workers annually, despite anti-immigration rhetoric impacting public perception.Immigrants significantly fill roles in essential sectors, contradicting negative immigration narratives.
Ukraine confronts labor shortage as need for soldiers drains workforceUkraine faces a critical shortage of labor due to the war, creating economic strain and opportunities for women in industries previously dominated by men.
Hochul reveals massive number of undocumented workers as she fears Trump crackdown can crush NY economyNew York has 470,100 undocumented workers, making up about 15% of the workforce, raising concerns about potential economic impacts of mass deportations.
The German industries that would fall apart without immigrationGermany needs 400,000 skilled foreign workers annually, despite anti-immigration rhetoric impacting public perception.Immigrants significantly fill roles in essential sectors, contradicting negative immigration narratives.
Ukraine confronts labor shortage as need for soldiers drains workforceUkraine faces a critical shortage of labor due to the war, creating economic strain and opportunities for women in industries previously dominated by men.
Hochul reveals massive number of undocumented workers as she fears Trump crackdown can crush NY economyNew York has 470,100 undocumented workers, making up about 15% of the workforce, raising concerns about potential economic impacts of mass deportations.
REVEALED: Switzerland's 10 highest-paid professionsThe demand for skilled workers in Switzerland is driving salaries higher in specific sectors, especially finance and technology.
How Automation Is Helping Companies Prepare for Labor ShortagesThe U.S. faces a significant labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, prompting companies to adopt automation and retrain workers.
Elon Musk's Tesla robots could be innovative for AI and automation, but Optimus still has a long way to goTesla's Optimus robot aims to mitigate labor shortages by handling menial and dangerous tasks, potentially making physical labor optional for humans.
The world needs more solar farms. This rolling robot is here to helpThe growing energy demand has led to a critical need for increased solar panel installations and workforce, prompting innovative solutions like AI robots.
Red Rabbit Robotics offers human-like robots as a serviceRed Rabbit Robotics is pioneering the development of remote-controlled, eventually autonomous robots to address labor shortages in industries like manufacturing.
Exclusive: Botinkit's robot wants to cook for youAutomation in commercial kitchens is on the rise due to staffing shortages exacerbated by the pandemic.
Why Businesses Are Relying on Automation to Survive the Labor Crisis | EntrepreneurRobots are revolutionizing industries by addressing labor shortages and operational efficiency, becoming essential in manufacturing, food service, and warehousing.
How Automation Is Helping Companies Prepare for Labor ShortagesThe U.S. faces a significant labor shortage as Baby Boomers retire, prompting companies to adopt automation and retrain workers.
Elon Musk's Tesla robots could be innovative for AI and automation, but Optimus still has a long way to goTesla's Optimus robot aims to mitigate labor shortages by handling menial and dangerous tasks, potentially making physical labor optional for humans.
The world needs more solar farms. This rolling robot is here to helpThe growing energy demand has led to a critical need for increased solar panel installations and workforce, prompting innovative solutions like AI robots.
Red Rabbit Robotics offers human-like robots as a serviceRed Rabbit Robotics is pioneering the development of remote-controlled, eventually autonomous robots to address labor shortages in industries like manufacturing.
Exclusive: Botinkit's robot wants to cook for youAutomation in commercial kitchens is on the rise due to staffing shortages exacerbated by the pandemic.
Why Businesses Are Relying on Automation to Survive the Labor Crisis | EntrepreneurRobots are revolutionizing industries by addressing labor shortages and operational efficiency, becoming essential in manufacturing, food service, and warehousing.
3 practical steps we need to take to remove obstacles to affordable housingAmericans face escalating housing costs, with homes now costing over five times the average salary, necessitating urgent solutions for affordable living.
How Montana contractors are luring Gen Z into trades amid a nationwide construction labor shortageMontana contractors are launching initiatives to recruit Gen Z and address the construction labor shortage amid growing demand.
3 practical steps we need to take to remove obstacles to affordable housingAmericans face escalating housing costs, with homes now costing over five times the average salary, necessitating urgent solutions for affordable living.
How Montana contractors are luring Gen Z into trades amid a nationwide construction labor shortageMontana contractors are launching initiatives to recruit Gen Z and address the construction labor shortage amid growing demand.
Trump vows to deport millions. Builders say it would drain their crews and drive up home costsInadequate labor supply in construction may worsen under proposed deportations, heightening home prices and affordability issues.Foreign-born workers are crucial for maintaining the construction industry's labor force.
L.A. fires: Will Trump immigration crackdown slow rebuilding?Fear of mass deportations threatens recovery efforts in wildfire-affected areas by creating labor shortages in the construction industry.
How many skilled workers have applied for Germany's 'opportunity card' visa?Germany has relaxed skilled worker laws to address a growing labor shortage, particularly with the introduction of the Chancenkarte for non-EU nationals.
They don't care about you: Dems want 470,100 illegal migrant workers because they keep wages low!Governor Hochul argues deportations could worsen labor shortages in New York, but the real issue may be low wages offered to workers.
Trump vows to deport millions. Builders say it would drain their crews and drive up home costsInadequate labor supply in construction may worsen under proposed deportations, heightening home prices and affordability issues.Foreign-born workers are crucial for maintaining the construction industry's labor force.
L.A. fires: Will Trump immigration crackdown slow rebuilding?Fear of mass deportations threatens recovery efforts in wildfire-affected areas by creating labor shortages in the construction industry.
How many skilled workers have applied for Germany's 'opportunity card' visa?Germany has relaxed skilled worker laws to address a growing labor shortage, particularly with the introduction of the Chancenkarte for non-EU nationals.
They don't care about you: Dems want 470,100 illegal migrant workers because they keep wages low!Governor Hochul argues deportations could worsen labor shortages in New York, but the real issue may be low wages offered to workers.
Immigration is a lifeline for Nebraska's economy. But Trump's mass deportations pledge is a looming threatNebraska's severe labor shortage in agriculture necessitates welcoming immigrants, despite political resistance against immigration reform.
Immigrants help power America's economy. Will the election value or imperil them?The Bakers' ranch exemplifies the reliance on immigrant labor in agriculture, contradicting anti-immigration sentiments.
Spain Looks to Grant Residency to Nearly 1 Million MigrantsSpain plans to give residency and work permits to 900,000 undocumented migrants over three years to attract needed labor amid demographic challenges.
Immigration is a lifeline for Nebraska's economy. But Trump's mass deportations pledge is a looming threatNebraska's severe labor shortage in agriculture necessitates welcoming immigrants, despite political resistance against immigration reform.
Immigrants help power America's economy. Will the election value or imperil them?The Bakers' ranch exemplifies the reliance on immigrant labor in agriculture, contradicting anti-immigration sentiments.
Spain Looks to Grant Residency to Nearly 1 Million MigrantsSpain plans to give residency and work permits to 900,000 undocumented migrants over three years to attract needed labor amid demographic challenges.
In a workforce transformed by war, Ukrainian women are now working in coal minesThe war in Ukraine has led to significant changes in the workforce, allowing women to take on roles in previously male-dominated industries.
War Is Draining Ukraine's Male-Dominated Work Force. Enter the Women.Women in Ukraine are filling vital roles in coal mines as male workers are drafted for military service.
In a workforce transformed by war, Ukrainian women are now working in coal minesThe war in Ukraine has led to significant changes in the workforce, allowing women to take on roles in previously male-dominated industries.
War Is Draining Ukraine's Male-Dominated Work Force. Enter the Women.Women in Ukraine are filling vital roles in coal mines as male workers are drafted for military service.
John Deere's new robot lawnmower is coming for landscapers' jobs | TechCrunchJohn Deere showcased new autonomous products at CES 2025, including a robot lawnmower aimed at addressing labor shortages.
Utah's coal mines can't find enough workers - High Country NewsUtah's coal industry faces a labor shortage, complicating the reopening of its Fossil Rock Mine despite its deep historical roots in the region.
How Germany wants to speed up recognition of foreign qualificationsGermany seeks to attract skilled workers to address a 400,000 shortfall, focusing on streamlining foreign qualification recognition.
Russian companies are turning to teenagers and retirees amid the country's wartime labor shortageRussia is widening its hiring practices, seeking teens and retirees to address a significant labor shortage.
Deutsche Bahn: Ghost trains latest signal of railway woes DW 12/01/2024Deutsche Bahn's empty train runs around Berlin highlight operational inefficiencies due to insufficient railway sidings.
Is home construction entering a slowdown?The single-family home construction industry is experiencing a potential slowdown, indicated by a decrease in building permits and starts.
No degree? No problem. Inside Blackstone's ambitious plans to internally grow talent for its data centers and other portfolio companiesBlackstone is addressing the data-center labor shortage through training programs and internships as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure.
Undercover as a home care worker in France: I have to cope alone and I receive no training' | Sasa UhlovaUndocumented workers face harsh conditions and minimal support in the European social care sector, particularly amidst staffing shortages.
Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweekJapan is promoting four-day workweeks to combat labor shortages and improve work-life balance.
Japan is having a hard time convincing employees to take 4-day workweeksJapan's four-day workweek initiative is struggling to gain traction despite government efforts to curb overwork and improve employee well-being.
Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweekJapan is promoting four-day workweeks to combat labor shortages and improve work-life balance.
Japan is having a hard time convincing employees to take 4-day workweeksJapan's four-day workweek initiative is struggling to gain traction despite government efforts to curb overwork and improve employee well-being.
I'm a first-generation funeral director. The industry is facing a labor shortage and young women are its future.Young women are increasingly enrolling in funeral schools, reshaping the traditionally male-dominated industry amidst an impending labor shortage.
Japan's Population Falls at Record RateThe declining Japanese population poses challenges like labor shortage and pressure on social security.
This week in Dutch techRobotic bricklaying technology by Dutch startup Monumental aims to address labor shortages in construction and boost industry productivity with AI-driven precision and efficiency.
U.S. faces firefighter shortage; global condemnation toward Israel mountsIsrael's airstrike on Rafah caused international condemnation. Labor shortage in U.S. wildland firefighting poses risks for the upcoming wildfire season.
Robot-phobia could exasperate hotel, restaurant labor shortageRelying more on robots in the hospitality industry can lead to increased job insecurity and intentions to quit among human workers.
US semiconductor building boom means staff shortagesThe US semiconductor industry is facing challenges in hiring and retaining staff despite its expansion.
Paris Olympics may face security contractor shortageFrench officials facing potential shortfall of qualified private contractors - workforce shortage may impact Games security.
Gen Z's blue-collar influencers are spilling the tea on jobs in the tradesSocial media is helping inspire the next generation of tradespeople and combat the stigma surrounding trade school.
Remote work: How manufacturers are experimenting in a hands-on industryManufacturers are increasingly adopting remote work to address labor shortages and improve flexibility.
Experts ask: Why aren't older workers an election issue?The focus on the age of presidential candidates overlooks the abilities and challenges of the aging U.S. workforce.
Labor shortages are still fueling growth at automation firms like GrayMatter | TechCrunchThe push behind venture funding in robotics is driven by a labor shortage, and warehouse/logistics robotics have a proven track record for productivity improvements.