Latest AI News: January 20, 2026

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Mackenzie Ferguson

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OpenAI's 2026 Leap into Physical AI Devices: What's in Store!

January 20, 2026

OpenAI plans to launch its first AI hardware device in late 2026, shifting from software to physical...

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Meta’s Metaverse Monet Misadventure: VR Takes a Backseat as AI Dominates

January 20, 2026

In a dramatic shift, Meta pulls back from its ambitious metaverse ventures, laying off 1,500 and foc...

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Oculus Founder's Take on Meta's VR Layoffs: Is it Really a 'Healthy Correction'?

January 20, 2026

In the latest TechRadar article, former Oculus founder Palmer Luckey offers a contrarian view on Met...

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'Job Hugging': Why More Workers are Holding on for Dear Life

January 20, 2026

Delve into the phenomenon of 'job hugging,' where employees cling to their current roles amidst econ...

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Navigating Layoffs and Pay Transparency: A New Frontier for HR Teams

January 20, 2026

In a rapidly changing regulatory landscape, HR and compensation teams are finding it increasingly ch...

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Oracle Trims Down in the Bay: Over 250 Jobs Cut in Latest Layoff Wave

January 20, 2026

Oracle has announced another round of layoffs impacting 254 positions across its San Francisco Bay A...

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IBM Predicts AI to Revolutionize Revenue by 2030: A Bold New Frontier for Business

January 20, 2026

IBM's latest study captures a groundbreaking transformation in AI applications, forecasting a 150% s...

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Meta Metaverse Meltdown: Reality Bites as Zuck Shifts to Smart Specs

January 20, 2026

Meta is pivoting away from its metaverse ambitions, laying off 1,500 employees and closing VR game s...

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AI Layoffs: The Tsunami Sweeping the Labor Market

January 20, 2026

AI is causing a tidal wave in the labor market with potential job displacement and new opportunities...

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Unraveling the Israeli Tech Boom: Guardio, Venn, Chargeflow Lead Innovation Charge

January 20, 2026

Israel's tech scene is flourishing with major startups like Guardio, Venn, and Chargeflow making hea...