Latest AI News: January 15, 2026

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Amazon's Dual Strategy: Massive Layoffs & Seasonal Hiring Blitz

January 15, 2026

In a bold, strategic move, Amazon plans significant corporate layoffs targeting up to 2,500 roles in...

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Mastering the Art of Communication: How CIOs Can Deliver Bad News Without Crushing Team Spirit

January 15, 2026

In the rapidly evolving world of IT leadership, breaking bad news without damaging team morale is a ...

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AI & Hardtech Fuel Asia's Q4 2025 Startup Funding Resurgence Despite Annual Dip

January 15, 2026

Crunchbase reports a dynamic Q4 2025 for Asia's startup ecosystem, with a surge in funding driven by...

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Meta's Reality Check: Major Layoffs Signal Shift from Metaverse to AI Ambitions

January 15, 2026

Meta has announced layoffs impacting up to 10% of its Reality Labs division, translating to roughly ...

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HHS Resurrects Workforce: Over 400 NIOSH Employees Reinstated after 2025 Layoffs

January 15, 2026

In a significant reversal, HHS reinstated over 400 laid-off NIOSH employees following April 2025 lay...

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Farewell, Philanthropy Giant: Gates Foundation Sets Its Sunset Date

January 15, 2026

Bill Gates is winding down the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, with plans to gradually shut it by 2...

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Meta Axes VR Dreams: Layoffs Strike Batman Arkham Developer

January 15, 2026

Meta is shaking things up with major layoffs in its Reality Labs division, targeting VR studios. Cam...

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Big Tech Layoffs 2026: Meta, Citigroup, and BlackRock Slash Thousands of Jobs Amid Strategic Shifts

January 15, 2026

Major companies like Meta, Citigroup, and BlackRock kick off 2026 with significant layoffs, citing r...

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Playtika Swaps 'Growth-at-all-Costs' for AI-Driven Efficiency with 15% Workforce Cut

January 15, 2026

Playtika's bold move to cut 15% of its workforce signals a pivot to a leaner, AI-supported operation...

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Ericsson Announces 1,600 Job Cuts in Sweden Amid Cost-Cutting Drive

January 15, 2026

In a strategic move to reduce costs while maintaining crucial tech investments, Swedish telecom equi...