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Tech Layoffs Surge, But AI Talent Still in Demand

2/12/2025

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Amidst a wave of layoffs impacting nearly 50,000 tech workers this year, companies like Workday, Meta, and Stripe are still on the hunt for talent in crucial fields such as AI and infrastructure. However, looming economic pressures and rising interest rates cast a shadow over job security, leaving many anxious about what lies ahead.

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Amidst a wave of layoffs impacting nearly 50,000 tech workers this year, companies like Workday, Meta, and Stripe are still on the hunt for talent in crucial fields such as AI and infrastructure. However, looming economic pressures and rising interest rates cast a shadow over job security, leaving many anxious about what lies ahead.