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technology2 years ago

"AI Education: From Boot Camps to Free Courses, Amazon and Microsoft Lead the Way"

As the demand for AI skills continues to rise, professionals across various industries are seeking reeducation and training programs to stay relevant in the rapidly changing job market. Companies like Salesforce are retraining their employees to become AI experts, while universities like MIT and Stanford are offering executive education courses on generative AI. Online platforms such as Maven, Udacity, and Udemy are also providing AI training programs. The impact of generative AI is leading to the creation of new corporate roles, such as chief AI officers and AI ethicists. However, concerns about a digital divide in the workforce and the need for inclusivity in AI roles are also being addressed through initiatives like Microsoft and LinkedIn's generative AI skills program.

business2 years ago

T-Mobile US Announces 5,000 Job Cuts

T-Mobile US plans to cut approximately 5,000 jobs, or 7% of its workforce, in the United States within the next five weeks. The telecom company will primarily target corporate and back-office roles, as well as some technology jobs, while retail and consumer care divisions will remain unaffected. The decision comes as T-Mobile grapples with higher customer acquisition costs. The company expects to incur a pre-tax charge of around $450 million in the third quarter.

business2 years ago

McDonald's to Temporarily Close US Offices and Announce Layoffs.

McDonald's has temporarily closed its US offices as it prepares to inform employees about layoffs. The fast-food giant will notify its employees this week about staffing decisions that are part of a wide restructuring of the company. The US labor market remains strong, but layoffs have been mounting, mainly in the technology sector. McDonald's has more than 150,000 employees in corporate roles, and about 70% of those employees are based outside the United States.