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Tech layoffs in 2023: A timeline
India set to announce its first semiconductor fab
By promoting local manufacturing, India can reduce its dependence on imports and increase its ability to withstand global supply chain disruptions.
Meta cuts an additional 10,000 jobs from global workforce
Four months after it laid off 13% of its workforce, Meta has announced a fresh round of cuts, impacting recruitment, tech, and business groups
Apple's M3 chip is a bigger deal than you might think
The expected move to 3nm chips with Apple's upcoming M3 processor promises to turbo boost the company's hardware line-up.
Generative AI isn't the answer to all your business needs
ChatGPT and the like represent intriguing technology but are far from perfect. And they're definitely not going to solve your business woes.
Government-backed digital money to represent $213B in payments by 2030
Digital currencies backed by government banks still face a mountain of challenges before they'll be ready for prime time, but 114 countries are involved in various projects, either in the planning stage or all-out pilots.
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Tech industry dodges a financial bullet after SVB crash
What might have been the start of a catastrophic bank run after the Silicon Valley Bank failure has been stopped for now. But tech firms and start-ups that had assets at the bank could still feel a squeeze.
The ever-evolving software subscription model
Microsoft has been moving to a subscription model for its software for years, and other companies are following suit. Here’s what to keep in mind if you’re making a move from perpetual software to an online version.
US-China chip war to hit affiliates of server maker Inspur
Reported plans to extend US chip export controls to Inspur affiliates signal continuing supply chain upheaval.
What is generative AI? The evolution of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is already designing microchips and sending us spam, so what's next? Here's how generative AI really works and what to expect now that it's here.
Netherlands to restrict export of 'advanced' chip-making tech to China
Pressured by the US, the Netherlands is moving forward with new export restrictions on chip-making technology to China, expected to affect the manufacture of advanced logic and DRAM modules.
Are tech firms really firing their IT workers? No.
Headlines about 'tech' layoffs abound, but the reports can be misleading. While Big Tech companies may be letting workers go, the layoffs aren't dominated by IT talent firings. In fact, there are fewer IT workers than job openings — a...
Q&A: Allstate HR exec on the rise of remote work: 'The world is changing….'
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Allstate sent 40,000 workers home. Even now, it hasn't required them to return to the office. In fact, it took a new tack to creating company culture and workforce efficiency.
Atlassian lays off 5% of staff to refocus on cloud, ITSM
The collaboration software company follows in the footsteps of big tech companies including Microsoft, Facebook, and Google in cutting staff to position itself for the long term, focusing on cloud migration and IT service management...
Apple's supply chain is accelerating the move to India
The process of uncoupling the Apple supply chain and China is moving ahead, but there are still many problems to solve.
US sets guidelines for semiconductor makers seeking CHIPS Act funds
The Biden administration has laid out new rules and terms to reinvigorate the domestic semiconductor industry and bring supply chains back to the country.
Zoom sets sights on AI development as it posts fourth-quarter loss
A month after Zoom cut 15% of its workforce, the videoconferencing company says restructuring will let it weather economic uncertainties, as it incorporates AI into its products.
Twitter stealthily lays off 10% of remaining workers, including tech staff
The latest round of Twitter layoffs includes engineering staff, according to reports.
