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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.
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.
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.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
12 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.
#telework
California
fromCalifornia Post
7 hours ago

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

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
1 day ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
California
fromCalifornia Post
7 hours ago

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

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
1 day ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
#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.
Careers
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'Don't leave': the remote work guru who nailed the labor market during the Great Resignation offers job advice for 2026 | Fortune

The job market is stagnant, with employees advised to stay in their positions due to uncertainty and low hiring rates.
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.
Careers
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'Don't leave': the remote work guru who nailed the labor market during the Great Resignation offers job advice for 2026 | Fortune

The job market is stagnant, with employees advised to stay in their positions due to uncertainty and low hiring rates.
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.
#tech-layoffs
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
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The real story behind 45,000 tech layoffs: where the money actually goes - Silicon Canals

Tech layoffs reflect a reallocation of workforce driven by AI advancements, with contrasting narratives on the implications for workers and the industry.
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
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The real story behind 45,000 tech layoffs: where the money actually goes - Silicon Canals

Tech layoffs reflect a reallocation of workforce driven by AI advancements, with contrasting narratives on the implications for workers and the industry.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

What founders can learn from Anjuna's layoffs and recovery | TechCrunch

Anjuna Security navigated market challenges by prioritizing internal culture and transparent communication during layoffs.
fromWIRED
15 hours 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
#big-tech
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago
Tech industry

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.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tech CEOs suddenly love blaming AI for mass job cuts. Why?

Job cuts in Big Tech are increasingly justified by advancements in artificial intelligence, shifting away from traditional explanations like efficiency and over-hiring.
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.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tech CEOs suddenly love blaming AI for mass job cuts. Why?

Job cuts in Big Tech are increasingly justified by advancements in artificial intelligence, shifting away from traditional explanations like efficiency and over-hiring.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
13 hours ago

Collide Capital raises $95M fund to back fintech, future-of-work startups | TechCrunch

Collide Capital closed a $95 million Fund II to invest in early-stage companies in fintech, supply chain, and the future of work.
#gopro
Business
fromTechRepublic
11 hours ago

GoPro Is Cutting Nearly a Quarter of Its Workforce (and AI Isn't the Reason)

GoPro is cutting 145 jobs due to financial pressure and a significant revenue decline, not AI-related layoffs.
California
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Dwindling Bay Area-based camera company cuts nearly a quarter of its workforce

GoPro plans to lay off 145 workers to reduce costs, with layoffs starting in Q2 2026 and expected to be completed by year-end.
Business
fromTechRepublic
11 hours ago

GoPro Is Cutting Nearly a Quarter of Its Workforce (and AI Isn't the Reason)

GoPro is cutting 145 jobs due to financial pressure and a significant revenue decline, not AI-related layoffs.
California
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Dwindling Bay Area-based camera company cuts nearly a quarter of its workforce

GoPro plans to lay off 145 workers to reduce costs, with layoffs starting in Q2 2026 and expected to be completed by year-end.
Apple
fromEngadget
3 hours ago

Apple is closing three US stores, including the first to unionize

Apple is permanently closing three retail stores, including its first unionized location, citing declining conditions at shopping centers.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
2 hours ago

OpenAI Backs Bill That Would Limit Liability for AI-Enabled Mass Deaths or Financial Disasters

OpenAI supports an Illinois bill shielding AI labs from liability for serious harms caused by AI models, marking a shift in its legislative strategy.
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.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Great AI Grift

Trump's AI Action Plan aims to establish U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence, prioritizing industry interests and technological infrastructure.
#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

Pearson CEO: the AI job apocalypse is a Silicon Valley story. The data tells a different one | Fortune

AI is reshaping work, but evidence of widespread job loss due to AI is limited and often misrepresented.
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

Pearson CEO: the AI job apocalypse is a Silicon Valley story. The data tells a different one | Fortune

AI is reshaping work, but evidence of widespread job loss due to AI is limited and often misrepresented.
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.
#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.
#oracle
Remote teams
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Oracle cuts more than 700 jobs in California amid massive round of layoffs

Oracle laid off over 700 employees in California, part of a larger reduction affecting 30,000 workers globally.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Tech giant reportedly slashes thousands of jobs, doubles down on AI

Oracle is laying off thousands of employees while investing heavily in artificial intelligence and expanding its data centers.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Oracle's Stock Has Plummeted 25%. Now It's Cutting Thousands of Jobs.

Oracle is cutting 20,000 to 30,000 jobs to improve cash flow amid a 25% stock drop and significant debt for AI infrastructure.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Oracle cuts jobs across sales, engineering, security

Oracle laid off thousands of employees to increase spending on AI infrastructure projects, with potential cuts reaching 30,000.
Remote teams
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Oracle cuts more than 700 jobs in California amid massive round of layoffs

Oracle laid off over 700 employees in California, part of a larger reduction affecting 30,000 workers globally.
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Tech giant reportedly slashes thousands of jobs, doubles down on AI

Oracle is laying off thousands of employees while investing heavily in artificial intelligence and expanding its data centers.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Oracle's Stock Has Plummeted 25%. Now It's Cutting Thousands of Jobs.

Oracle is cutting 20,000 to 30,000 jobs to improve cash flow amid a 25% stock drop and significant debt for AI infrastructure.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Recently laid-off Oracle worker says AI is coming for jobs

Oracle laid off thousands of employees, attributing job losses to AI integration in large enterprises.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Oracle lays off thousands of employees to fund AI buildout

Oracle's layoffs affected around 10,000 employees, attributed to cost-cutting measures linked to aggressive AI expansion.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Oracle cuts jobs across sales, engineering, security

Oracle laid off thousands of employees to increase spending on AI infrastructure projects, with potential cuts reaching 30,000.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I was laid off from Oracle after almost 10 years. It felt cold, but it taught me an important lesson about priorities.

Having a backup plan and a strong network is crucial during unexpected job loss.
fromCalifornia Post
12 hours ago

Bloodbath at Disney as up to 1,000 jobs are set to be axed - with new CEO revealing his master plan

Disney is reacting to intense competition from Amazon and YouTube in the tech and streaming spaces, with up to 1,000 employees expected to receive their pink slips.
Media industry
Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

The SaaS-Pocalypse's Biggest Losers: Figma, Duolingo, and Monday.com Suffer Brutal Meltdowns

AI advancements have significantly impacted software-as-a-service stocks, leading to substantial declines in major companies like Figma, Duolingo, and Monday.com.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
12 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.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
8 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 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.
#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
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.
#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
fromForbes
1 day ago

Do First Impressions Still Matter In A Remote-First Workforce?

Remote work has become a standard expectation, raising concerns about professionalism and communication standards during the hiring process.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
3 days ago

Remote 'employee' gets fired from a job he didn't even work at. He was even paid $20,000 for it

A remote worker was fired after being paid $20,000 for doing nothing due to disorganized onboarding and lack of communication.
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
fromForbes
1 day ago

Do First Impressions Still Matter In A Remote-First Workforce?

Remote work has become a standard expectation, raising concerns about professionalism and communication standards during the hiring process.
Remote teams
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
3 days ago

Remote 'employee' gets fired from a job he didn't even work at. He was even paid $20,000 for it

A remote worker was fired after being paid $20,000 for doing nothing due to disorganized onboarding and lack of communication.
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.
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
5 hours ago

Managing In The Age Of AI: Bring Back Walking Around - Above the Law

AI systems can make errors in decision-making that experienced humans would avoid, highlighting the need for better training and supervision in law.
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.
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.
Media industry
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Video: Block Uses A.I. as Excuse for Laying off 40% of the Company

Block laid off nearly 40% of its employees, citing changes in the business environment despite claiming financial strength.
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.
#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.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Business

I was laid off by Amazon and am still jobless. What once felt like a paid vacation now feels like a ticking time bomb.

fromFuturism
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

As AI Surges, Layoffs Hit Worst Moment Since 2009 During Throes of Financial Crisis

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.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Business

I was laid off by Amazon and am still jobless. What once felt like a paid vacation now feels like a ticking time bomb.

fromFuturism
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

As AI Surges, Layoffs Hit Worst Moment Since 2009 During Throes of Financial Crisis

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.
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.
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.
#meta
Tech industry
fromQuartz
2 weeks ago

Meta layoffs reportedly imminent as staff work from home

Meta is preparing for significant job cuts, potentially eliminating 15,000 roles as it shifts focus to artificial intelligence development.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Meta is laying off hundreds of employees as it pours money into AI

Meta is laying off hundreds of employees across various teams, including recruiting, social media, sales, and Reality Labs.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Some Meta employees were told to work remotely for the day as layoffs loom

Meta employees in wearables and ads divisions were directed to work remotely amid impending layoffs affecting potentially 16,000 jobs.
Tech industry
fromQuartz
2 weeks ago

Meta layoffs reportedly imminent as staff work from home

Meta is preparing for significant job cuts, potentially eliminating 15,000 roles as it shifts focus to artificial intelligence development.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Meta is laying off hundreds of employees as it pours money into AI

Meta is laying off hundreds of employees across various teams, including recruiting, social media, sales, and Reality Labs.
Tech industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Some Meta employees were told to work remotely for the day as layoffs loom

Meta employees in wearables and ads divisions were directed to work remotely amid impending layoffs affecting potentially 16,000 jobs.
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.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Oracle is the latest tech company slashing jobs over AI

Oracle is conducting major layoffs affecting thousands of employees to fund its $300 billion AI infrastructure investment with OpenAI, increasing restructuring costs to $2.1 billion.
#ai-layoffs
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Tech jobs are getting demolished in ways not seen since 2008 and the dot-com bust

Tech sector job losses are occurring at rates comparable to the dot-com bust, with three consecutive years of decline and no recovery in sight.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Layoff announcements are reading more like AI-era manifestos

Tech CEOs now justify layoffs by emphasizing AI transformation and new work models rather than economic pressures, framing workforce reductions as strategic shifts for the AI era.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My Boyfriend Is No Stranger to Tech Layoffs. But This Time, Something Is Making It Very Different.

A midcareer software engineer faces 18 months unemployed due to age, niche skills, and salary barriers, showing signs of depression and considering career retraining.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Pinterest sacks engineers for tracking layoffs

Pinterest fired two engineers for creating scripts that improperly accessed confidential employee data to identify and share the names of laid-off workers.
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Companies Are Laying Off Workers Because of AI's Potential-Not Its Performance

Will AI lead to layoffs? Are people already losing their jobs to AI? While overall employment in the U.S. is still relatively low, there is considerable speculation that the adoption of generative AI was a cause of recent layoffs and slowed hiring, particularly in the tech industry, for entry-level workers, and in customer service and programming jobs. More may be coming: Leading CEOs-including those from Ford, Amazon, Salesforce, and JP Morgan Chase-have proclaimed that many white-collar jobs at their companies will soon disappear.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Fear Grows That AI Is Permanently Eliminating Jobs

In 2026, the grim comedy of late capitalism seems to have found a perfect punchline: workers laid off in a dismal job market are now being hired to train AI systems meant to replace them altogether. If a great AI replacement ever comes to pass, the scale of potential displacement is massive. MIT researchers recently calculated that today's AI systems could already automate tasks performed by more than 20 million American workers, or about 11.7 percent of the entire US labor force.
Artificial intelligence
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