How Layoffs and A.I. Are Impacting Tech Workers
August 4, 2023
CNBC
Tech companies have faced significant layoffs, shedding more than 386,000 jobs in 2022 and the first half of 2023, according to Layoffs.fyi. However, amidst the layoffs, the booming artificial intelligence market is giving the tech industry a renewed sense of optimism, with generative AI startups receiving massive investments and tech giants like Amazon, Alphabet, and Microsoft also making significant AI investments. The AI boom is driving enthusiasm and energy in the industry, offering new opportunities for tech workers in the evolving landscape.
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