Latest AI News: February 7, 2026

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Mackenzie Ferguson

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Mackenzie Ferguson

AI Tools Researcher & Implementation Consultant

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Meta's 331 Layoffs in Washington: A Tech Shift from VR to AI

February 3, 2026

Meta Platforms Inc. has announced layoffs of 331 employees in Washington, affecting locations in Sea...

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Seattle's Reign as Tech Kingpin Cools: No Longer Top Dog for Tech Talent

December 30, 2025

Seattle's share of tech workers has dipped, with San Francisco and New York taking the lead. As the ...

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PitchBook's Secretive Layoffs Reflect Industry Trends: What You Need to Know

November 19, 2025

PitchBook's recent layoffs at its Seattle office—shrouded in mystery regarding their scope and impac...

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Amazon Links 14,000 Job Cuts to AI Advances: Streamlining Through Automation

November 18, 2025

Amazon's recent move to cut 14,000 corporate jobs worldwide, attributed to AI advancements, has rais...

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Tesla's Surveillance Saves the Day: Seattle Drive-By Shooter Caught on Camera

November 4, 2025

In a striking instance of technology aiding justice, a parked Tesla captured footage of a 21-year-ol...

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Seattle's Tech Boom Faces Reset: AI and Automation Redefine the Scene

November 2, 2025

Seattle's once-thriving tech economy hits a reset as major players like Amazon and Microsoft slash j...

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Seattle's Tech Sector Faces Major Job Cuts and Hiring Freeze

October 20, 2025

As the economy faces a downturn, significant tech job losses and a hiring freeze have hit Seattle's ...

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Starbucks to Close Seattle & Kent Stores: Nearly 1,000 Layoffs Announced

October 12, 2025

Starbucks is set to lay off nearly 1,000 employees in Seattle and Kent, part of a broader strategy t...

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Tech Titans Amazon and Microsoft Face Employment Puzzle in Seattle

September 21, 2025

Amazon and Microsoft, the tech giants headquartered in Seattle, are confronting a challenging employ...

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Elon Musk's xAI Sets Up Shop in Seattle with Eye-Popping Salaries Up to $440K!

September 7, 2025

Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is making waves by opening a new office in Seattle, bringing lucrative ...