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Uri Gal from the University of Sydney sheds light on the underlying factors reshaping the job market in tech, beyond AI's influence.

Unpacking the Real Reasons Behind Tech Industry Layoffs Beyond AI

Replit has closed a $400 million Series D funding round to support its expansion into Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The capital will also fuel advancements in product development and enhance infrastructure to meet growing demand.

Replit Secures $400M in Series D to Accelerate Global Growth and Innovation

Evervault, an Irish start-up specializing in data security, has raised $25 million in funding. The capital will be directed towards enhancing its encryption infrastructure, advancing product development, and expanding its engineering and product teams. This investment marks a significant step in strengthening Evervault's position in the data security sector.

Evervault Secures $25 Million to Boost Data Security Innovations

Stripe has reached an impressive valuation of $159 billion, as revealed in a recent letter from its founders. Amidst this growth, the company is reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring PayPal, signaling a major move in the digital payments sector.

Stripe Eyes Potential Acquisition of PayPal, Valued at $159 Billion

Professor Sam Illingworth from Edinburgh Napier University highlights that understanding AI means more than just using it—it requires ethical awareness and discerning when AI should not be applied. This approach forms a vital part of responsible AI literacy.

The Importance of Ethical AI: Recognizing When to Hold Back

Patrick and John Collison highlighted in their latest annual letter that businesses using Stripe processed $1.9 trillion in transactions in 2025, marking a 34% increase compared to 2024. This milestone reflects the accelerating adoption of Stripe's payment platform worldwide.

Etsy, facing slower growth in recent years, is selling Depop to eBay for $1.2 billion after originally purchasing it for $1.6 billion. The move reflects Etsy's strategy to cut losses while eBay aims to strengthen its appeal among Gen Z consumers.

eBay Acquires Depop from Etsy for $1.2 Billion, Targeting Gen Z Shoppers

A recent study by CPL indicates that for today’s professionals, leadership qualities are becoming as crucial as salary when choosing an employer.

Leadership Emerges as Key Factor Alongside Salary in Drawing Top Talent, Study Reveals

Meta is set to invest up to $135 billion this year to boost its Meta Superintelligence Labs initiatives alongside its main business operations, focusing heavily on utilizing millions of Nvidia chips to power its data centers.

Meta Commits to Using Millions of Nvidia Chips for Enhanced Data Center Performance

Mallory Triano highlights her efforts in attracting critical AI skill sets for the financial industry, emphasizing the value of partnerships between educational bodies and workplaces to nurture early talent.

Ireland Emerges as a Hub for Early-Career AI Experts