Layoffs

Contradictions Rule as AI Meets the Future of Work
Contradictions Rule as AI Meets the Future of Work
February 13, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the future of work is crowded and a bit confusing these days. On one hand, companies like Google and Duolingo...

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AI Could Permanently Ax Some White-Collar Management Jobs
AI Could Permanently Ax Some White-Collar Management Jobs
February 12, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

So far, the number of jobs eliminated by generative artificial intelligence is low. However, executives and management consultants are showing signs that the technology could...

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Tech Layoffs ‘Become Contagious’ Amid AI Investments
Tech Layoffs ‘Become Contagious’ Amid AI Investments
February 11, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

Tech firms have cut 34,000 jobs so far this year amid new investments in technology. A total of 141 companies have cut staff this year...

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This Week in AI: Enterprise Acceleration, EU Rulemaking and Defeating Deepfakes
This Week in AI: Enterprise Acceleration, EU Rulemaking and Defeating Deepfakes
February 09, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing everyday life, heralding a paradigm shift beyond smarter chatbots. And the technology is showing no signs of slowing down —...

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AI Driving Layoffs: How Technology is Transforming the Workforce
AI Driving Layoffs: How Technology is Transforming the Workforce
February 09, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and transforming industries across the globe. While it promises to enhance productivity and efficiency, there is growing concern about...

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Getaround to Restructure, Lay Off 30% of North American Staff
Getaround to Restructure, Lay Off 30% of North American Staff
February 08, 2024  |  Personnel

Peer-to-peer carsharing marketplace Getaround is laying off about 30% of its North American staff as part of a restructuring plan. The company will restructure its workforce and...

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Worldline Plans to Cut 8% of Staff to Save $215 Million
Worldline Plans to Cut 8% of Staff to Save $215 Million
February 07, 2024  |  Personnel

Worldline is planning to cut 8% of its workforce, part of a wave of financial sector layoffs. The French payments company is looking to reduce...

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Amazon Cutting Jobs in Healthcare Units One Medical, Amazon Pharmacy
Amazon Cutting Jobs in Healthcare Units One Medical, Amazon Pharmacy
February 06, 2024  |  Amazon

Amazon will reportedly cut jobs across its healthcare units One Medical and Amazon Pharmacy. The company will cut “a few hundred” jobs in these businesses, Reuters reported Tuesday (Feb. 6), citing...

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Hertz Weighs Layoffs Amid Pivot Away from EVs
Hertz Weighs Layoffs Amid Pivot Away from EVs
February 06, 2024  |  Earnings

Hertz is reportedly considering layoffs after selling part of its electric vehicle fleet. The car rental giant on Tuesday (Feb. 6) reported quarterly and year-end earnings showing that...

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