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AI drives tech layoffs in TN, could lead to lower pay, experts say
The wider adoption of artificial intelligence is creating a gap in Tennessee's workforce, experts say. Here's what that means for incoming layoffs.<img src='https://images.pexels.com/photos/35962987/pexels-photo-35962987.jpeg' />
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs, Microsoft offers buyouts to staff as AI spending costs hit Big Tech workers
Learn more Meta (META) on Thursday became the latest Big Tech company to announce layoffs as the ballooning costs of the AI ...<img src='https://images.pexels.com/photos/29521026/pexels-photo-29521026.jpeg' />
Nike cuts 1,400 jobs across tech, operations
The majority of the layoffs are in the activewear giant’s tech department as it consolidates its footprint and leans into automation.<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1654170324374-8c15c4783978?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=MnwyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8MXx8VGVjaCUyMEpvYnN8ZW58MHx8Mnx8MTY1NDIwNDA3NQ&ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&w=1080' />
Big Tech's AI Gamble Fuels Global Layoffs, 80,000 Jobs Gone in Just Q1
Tech layoffs cross 80,000 in Q1 2026 as AI-led restructuring accelerates, with cuts set to exceed 300,000 amid a global workforce reset.<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1710839006592-4fdfc6caca80?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8MTJ8fFRlY2glMjBKb2JzfGVufDB8fDJ8fDE3MTA5NjQyMzN8MA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080' />
Whether It's 'Disruption' or 'Renormalization,' AI Is Killing Tech Jobs—And It's Not Done Yet
Meta and Microsoft each confirmed plans to reduce headcount next month as they continue their aggressive investments in ...<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1717501219604-cc1902b5d845?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8MjF8fFRlY2glMjBKb2JzfGVufDB8fDJ8fDE3MTgzODEzNjF8MA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080' />
When Your Job Interviewer Isn’t Human
Kendall McGill had only been on the interview call for a few moments when she realized something wasn’t right. “It was a standard AI voice,” she says. “When you get on an interview, you can tell if it ...<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1694881227396-ce65d526e6c5?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8MTd8fEludGVydmlld3xlbnwwfHwyfHwxNjk5NTM2NDU3fDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080' />
Nissan resurrects the Terrano as an off-road plug-in hybrid
Nissan has brought back its well-known Terrano nameplate, but this time it's an off-roader for the electrified era. The company used its presence at Auto China 2026 to unveil a Terrano PHEV Concept that it says appeals to fans of "outdoor adventure" as well as city commuters.
My audio interface has SSH enabled by default
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Linux enthusiasts swear by these old business laptops (and you should too)
ThinkPads: Why do they have a cult following? What do they offer that your current laptop doesn't? They're more than mere specs; for some, they're a passion. It's a strange affinity to truly love a brand of laptop, but some swear by it—and I have five reasons.
3 otherworldly Prime Video shows to watch this weekend (April 24 - 26)
The arrival of another weekend means another opportunity for some escapism, and what better genre to provide that than science fiction and fantasy? Their advanced CGI capabilities, detailed lore, and ability to explore complex social issues in an allegorical setting are unbeatable at delivering on escapist entertainment, and that’s where we’re headed.
3 Linux distros for intermediate users
Linux Mint is a great place to start—but at some point, it stops being enough. Maybe you want newer packages, or maybe you want more control over your system. Either way, Mint can start to feel limiting, and you might find yourself wanting to distro-hop in search of something new and exciting. Here are three intermediate distros that offer more flexibility without o
The Raspberry Pi can now run local AI models that actually work
<p>When you think of AI models, especially large language models, you probably imagine big data centers guzzling thousands of watts of power, or big expensive GPUs with enough VRAM to equal the GDP of a small nation.</p><img src='https://static0.howtogeekimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/wm/2024/10/52676679001_d207568cdd_o-2.jpg' />
Why I'm never going back to Gmail
When I was in high school, only those in the know used Gmail instead of AOL or Yahoo, and I relished getting an invite to try out Google's approach to email. It’s a different world now, one where I feel like the odd one for not using Gmail. But it’s true—I haven’t used Gmail for years. I’ve found something better, at least for me.
Freelancers Not Delivering
has anyone faced problems with software projects delivered by freelancers? i recently hired one to build a chat application and he took 50% of the payment for a half-built version as a payment milestone and then left the project right after.i've always wondered how people haven't built an ai-powered escrow service around this.
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Rising gas prices could ripple through the job market as workers rethink commutes
Concerns over rising gas prices are now influencing more than just household budgets. They are reshaping the job market. New ...<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1715664560976-b96bfd00d6f9?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8Mjh8fEpvYiUyME1hcmtldHxlbnwwfHwyfHwxNzE2MjIxMzA3fDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080' />
Why your online job post is getting ignored (and how to fix it)
Employers are currently competing for talent in one of the most digitally saturated hiring environments in recent memory. Job boards have never been more accessible, posting has never been faster, and ...<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1758793046342-4c80854ae87e?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8Nnx8Sm9iJTIwTWFya2V0fGVufDB8fDJ8fDE3NjI3Mjk2NDh8MA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=1080' />
7 Ways To Win At Salary Negotiation In A Tough Job Market
Salary negotiation has gotten harder as employers tighten their stance on pay. Here are 7 tactics for countering an offer in a tough job market.<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1715667555627-411c4d9082d5?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8Mjd8fEpvYiUyME1hcmtldHxlbnwwfHwyfHwxNzE2MjIxMzA3fDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=1080' />
Workers might be feeling better about the job market
ADP Research data shows that worker sentiment actually improved in April — a reversal from seven straight months of consecutive declines. <img src='https://images.pexels.com/photos/27967280/pexels-photo-27967280.jpeg' />
I finally segmented my network and realized how much I was risking
We've all been there. A friend comes over, asks for the Wi-Fi password, and you hand it over without a second thought. Then your new gaming rig joins the same network as your old laptop, your partner's work PC, and that mystery device from three apartments ago that somehow still remembers your SSID.