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Feb 27, 2026TechCrunch
Jack Dorsey just halved the size of Block’s employee base — and he
Block, led by Jack Dorsey, slashed over 4,000 employees, nearly half its global workforce, citing AI as a proactive strategy to boost agility. Dorsey predicted similar widespread cuts across the industry. The move sent Block's stock soaring over 24% in after-hours trading.
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Programming
Feb 27, 2026GeekWire
Ethical Resilience: Lessons from the Gates-Epstein Nexus
Bill Gates recently apologized to Gates Foundation staff for his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, acknowledging the significant reputational risk. Concurrently, new reports have revealed extensive and deep connections between Epstein and high-level Microsoft executives, exposing critical challenges in maintaining professional integrity, organizational oversight, and managing severe reputational fallout within the tech industry. It underscores the importance of stringent due diligence and robust ethical frameworks.
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Feb 22, 2026TechCrunch
Google VP Warns Two AI Startup Types Face Survival Threat
A Google Vice President warns that two specific types of generative AI startups—LLM wrappers and AI aggregators—are facing significant threats to their long-term viability. These companies are experiencing mounting pressure, including shrinking profit margins and a critical lack of differentiation, due to the rapid evolution of generative AI technology.
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Regional
Feb 21, 2026GeekWire
Microsoft Mandates 3-Day In-Office Return for Seattle-Area Staff
Microsoft is implementing a new return-to-office policy starting Feb. 23 for its Seattle-area workforce. Employees within a 50-mile radius of an office will be required to be in-person at least three days a week, a significant shift for the tech giant that aligns it with industry peers like Google and Meta.
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Feb 19, 2026TechCrunch
OpenAI's Billion-Dollar Surge: A Game-Changer in AI Valuation
OpenAI is reportedly nearing a massive $100 billion funding deal, pushing its valuation to an astonishing $850 billion. This landmark agreement involves major tech giants like Amazon, Nvidia, SoftBank, and Microsoft, signaling a new era for the AI leader and the broader tech industry.
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Feb 19, 2026The Verge
RAM Crunch Warning: Tech Industry Faces Existential Threat
Phison CEO Pua Khein-Seng warns of a severe RAM crunch by late 2026, threatening product line cuts and even company failures due to component shortages. This dire prediction, confirmed by sources to The Verge, highlights a critical vulnerability in the global tech supply chain.
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