LinkedIn set to layoff 5 percent of staff, report says The layoffs are not a result of the artificial intelligence boom, according to the report The Independent UK · May 13
From sleeping at 4 am to bed by 10 pm: NIT alum reveals how he escaped the 'Asian entrepreneur mindset' while working with US clients An Indian entrepreneur shared his struggle with late nights and burnout due to working with US clients, leading him to set firm boundaries. By communicating his non-negotiable 10 PM bedtime and 8 AM-9 PM IST working hours, he found clients were supportive. Improved communication systems replaced late-night calls, enhancing productivity… The Economic Times · May 13
One Manager’s Awful TV Take Has Us Stunned One truly horrific take about movies and TV shows has people up in arms. And, it’s got to do with everyone’s favorite fake controversy: “filler.” Adriana Verhagen probably didn’t think she would begin a daylong argument on the Internet with a post on LinkedIn. But, we live in the worst… The Mary Sue · May 13
France investigates whether Israeli firm BlackCore interfered in local elections French prosecutors either did not return messages or declined to comment about BlackCore's alleged activities The Independent UK · May 13
Amazon employee reveals how her mother 'manifested' that they would one day work in the same company; Internet is touched An Amazon LinkedIn post has gone viral after employee Harshini Dhanaseelan revealed that a dream her mother casually spoke about when she was 16 eventually became reality a decade later. Harshini, now an Operations Manager at Amazon India, shared that her mother, Sheela Dhanaseelan, once said it would be amazing… The Economic Times · May 12
Your Online Reputation Is Your Digital Identity: Here's How to Protect It Marcus had been in his current role for four years when a recruiter reached out about a senior position at a competing firm. The opportunity was real, the salary was better, and the timing felt right. The night before his first interview, he did what most people do: he Googled… inkl · May 12
The end of typing? Why workers are suddenly ditching their keyboards Employees are now whispering to AI voice dictation tools rather than clacking the keys. Will ‘voicepilling’ make everyone more productive – or just more annoying? The Guardian - UK · May 12
LinkedIn wants to help your SMB grow by helping you share your story — and even offer advice to other start-ups New data shows that entrepreneurship is becoming more accessible – LinkedIn wants to help give SMBs a fighting chance. TechRadar · May 12
GitLab to cut jobs, reinvest in AI agents push: CEO Bill Staples GitLab is cutting jobs to redirect resources towards the growing market for AI agents, aiming to capitalize on emerging "agentic" opportunities. The company plans to reduce management layers and reorganise R&D teams, integrating AI agents to automate internal workflows and improve efficiency. While some roles may be enhanced by AI,… The Economic Times · May 12
Why building reputation capital is key to career growth and higher pay, explains QVerify's founder Devashish Chakravarty Salary is Job 1. Reputation is Job 2. Most manage only one, says Devashish Chakravarty The Economic Times · May 11
Neobank Fi Money’s cofounder Sumit Gwalani steps down after six years Fi Money cofounder Sumit Gwalani has exited the startup. This follows the shutdown of Fi Money's banking service in March. The company is shifting focus to AI and enterprise technology. Other cofounder Sujith Narayanan had previously announced business restructuring. This move impacts consumer-facing products and roles. The neobanking sector faces… The Economic Times · May 8
The 'PayPal Mafia' built a $1.5 billion fintech pioneer. The company they left behind is struggling Fortune coined the term "PayPal Mafia" in 2007. Two decades later, the mafia is thriving, but PayPal isn't. Fortune · May 6
'Younger job‑seekers aren't being careless, they're under pressure': LinkedIn study flags risks facing younger job-hunters today Scammers are targeting prospective workers with dodgy job postings – younger workers might actually be most at risk. TechRadar · May 6
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff turned his earnings call into a vodcast. Why other Fortune 500 CEOs might follow The stodgy earnings call is morphing into a new kind of corporate performance, designed to be watched, clipped, and shared. Fortune · May 6
GamesRadar · May 5 New Xbox CEO replaces 24-year Microsoft employees with former CoreAI, Meta, Instacart execs to "evolve how we work" Xbox continues to change
Whats Hot · May 5 Who Is Anu Sharma? The Software Engineer Trending During 2026 Election Buzz As millions of Indians stayed glued to their screens tracking the 2026 Assembly election results, an unexpected name began trending across social media—Anu Sharma. While political developments dominated headlines, Sharma’s remarkable career journey captured the attention of netizens nationwide, sparking widespread चर्चा and admiration.
The Times of India · May 4 Failed H-1B lottery 7 times, moved to Canada: Indian-origin Microsoft techie gets Green Card through EB-1 An Indian-origin Microsoft techie, Aishani B, shared her story of becoming a permanent resident in the US after trying for an H-1B visa for years. In a LinkedIn post, Aishani shared how she kept trying for the work visa every year between 2019 and 2025 and she did not get…
The Times of India · May 4 '20 years on H-1B': Major row over Indian man's viral post on not getting to see dying mother After Gautam Dey's LinkedIn post on how he could not travel to India to see his dying mother one last time because of consular issues, a major controversy erupted as many people pointed out that he should have chosen his mother back home instead of his life in the US.…
Fortune · May 2 Big Tech is shelling out up to $1 million for new hires who will never have to write a line of code Tech companies are paying up to $1.2 million for senior communications roles because explaining AI is now a strategic asset.
MyLifeXP · May 2 Anupam Mittal Reveals Secret AI LinkedIn Hack What if your LinkedIn profile is quietly costing you opportunities before anyone even reads your experience? Not because you lack skills or talent. But because of something far simpler your profile photo. In today’s digital-first world, your image often becomes your first introduction. And according to Anupam Mittal, many professionals…
The Independent UK · May 2 AI workslop is taking over our offices – here’s how to spot which colleague is using it IN FOCUS: Noticed your inbox filling up with eerily robotic-sounding reports and presentations? You’re not the only one. Katie Rosseinsky explores how AI-driven ‘workslop’ infiltrated office life – and how it could be damaging our careers
Barchart · May 1 META vs. MSFT: Which Is the Better Buy Now? If AI is the future, the choice between Meta Platforms and Microsoft comes down to risk.
inkl · Apr 30 What Is the Best All-in-One Live Streaming Software? Live streaming has evolved into a major communication channel for businesses, content creators, and media brands over the years, and what was once just a simple webcam broadcast has now turned into something far more strategic that can be used for everything from product launches and webinars to full-scale virtual…
inkl · Apr 30 Seeing the Future: How an AI Consulting Company and a Computer Vision Development Company Transform Business Let’s be completely honest: everyone is talking about artificial intelligence right now. It is on the cover of every business magazine, dominating boardroom discussions, and flooding your LinkedIn feed. But talking about it and making it work for your specific business are two entirely different beasts.
Bored Panda · Apr 29 Olympic Sensation Raygun Faces Major Setback As She Loses Cushy University Job The blow comes 1.5 years after Rachael “Raygun” Gunn retired from professional breaking, following online bullying over her 2024 Olympics performance.